§ 38. Mr. MORGAN JONESasked the President of the Board of Trade if he can inform the House as to the number of the contracts for armaments in existence on 27th February between British manufacturers and merchants and the Governments of China and Japan, respectively, for which his Department has issued licences?
§ Lieut.-Colonel COLVILLEAn immediate survey is being undertaken of export licences which are still valid with a view to securing this information. When I am in a position to give it I will communicate with the hon. Member so that he can put down the question again.
§ Mr. JONESMay I take it that the hon. and gallant Gentleman will expedite the inquiries as much as possible?
§ Lieut.-Colonel COLVILLEThere will be no unnecessary delay.