HC Deb 21 February 1933 vol 274 cc1575-6
26. Mr. LIDDALL

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he is now in a position to make a statement in regard to the negotiations which have been taking place for effecting the new trading agreement with the Soviet Government?

Dr. BURGIN

No, Sir.

Mr. LIDDALL

Are the negotiations proceeding satisfactorily?

Dr. BURGIN

They are proceeding, and, while that is so, I think it is un- wise to discuss them in detail by question and answer.

Sir WILLIAM DAVISON

Will the hon. Gentleman assure the House that no binding agreement will be entered into with the Soviet Government without the House of Commons first having an opportunity of seeing the draft of any proposed agreement?

Dr. BURGIN

I think that is a matter that I should like to be put to the President of the Board of Trade personally.