§ 65. Mr. DIXEYasked the President of the Board of Trade the intention of the Government with regard to the extension of the Abnormal Importations (Customs Duties) Act?
§ Mr. HORE-BELISHAThe position of the duties imposed under this Act has not been overlooked and a statement will be made in due course.
§ Mr. DIXEYIs the hon. Gentleman aware that a large number of people in the country are awaiting such an announcement, which is of importance with regard to their trade; and, in view of that fact, will he say when the Government will make a statement?
§ Mr. HORE-BELISHAIt was because I was aware of that fact that I gave the answer which I have just given to the hon. Member's question.