HC Deb 30 May 1932 vol 266 cc818-9
38. Mr. JAMES DUNCAN

(for Mr. BOOTHBY) asked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department whether he can make any statement regarding the trade negotiations with the Government of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics?

Mr. JOHN COLVILLE (Secretary, Overseas Trade Department)

No, Sir. I have nothing for the moment to add to what has already been said on this subject.

Mr. DUNCAN

Can my hon. Friend give any indication when the Government will be able to give an answer?

Mr. COLVILLE

Not at this stage, but I can assure my hon. Friend that the Government are keeping the matter before them.