HC Deb 06 December 1933 vol 283 c1463
7. Mr. BURNETT

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether his attention has been drawn to the increase in the imports of Mysore kerbstone during recent months; and what steps he intends to take to deal with the menace to the British kerb industry?

Mr. RUNCIMAN

I am aware that there has been an increase in the imports of kerbstone from India. I would remind my hon. Friend that the Ottawa Agreement with India provides for free entry for kerbstone from that country.

Mr. BURNETT

Was there any agreement at the starting of this industry that it would not compete in any way with the British kerb industry, and is that fact being kept in view?