HC Deb 24 September 1931 vol 256 cc1815-6
82. Mr. ROMERIL

asked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department whether, in view of the depressed state of the textile industries, some general remission can be made of the charges for stands at the White City?

Sir HILTON YOUNG (Secretary, Overseas Trade Department)

As the hon. Member will be aware, the British Industries Fair is organised on a self-supporting basis, and any reduction in the charges for stands would result in a charge upon public funds. It will consequently be appreciated that under the present financial conditions no reduction in the charge for stands can be considered.