§ 29. Mr. HAMILTON KERRasked the President of the Board of Trade whether his attention has been called to the initial steps taken for the formation of a trading corporation in Lancashire to conduct negotiations direct in relation to cotton-piece goods with retailers in India; and whether the Government, if approached, will facilitate the granting of guarantees for capital and interest?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANMy attention had not previously been drawn to this matter. With regard to the second part of the question, there are no provisions under which the Government could grant the financial assistance mentioned by my hon. Friend.