26 and 32. Earl of DALKEITHasked the President of the Board of Trade (1) what arrangements are being made in the current trade negotiations between Great Britain and foreign countries specialising in timber exports to ensure that the position of the home timber-growing industry is not overlooked;
(2) Who are the advisers of the Government on matters affecting the home timber-growing industry in regard to the current trade negotiations with foreign countries and also general policy?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANMy Noble Friend may rest assured that the interests of the home timber-growing industry will be borne in mind in connection with the negotiations with foreign countries and that any representations from that industry are carefully considered. The advice of the Forestry Commission and of trade bodies is sought in appropriate circumstances.