HC Deb 27 March 1934 vol 287 cc1797-8
26. Mr. REMER

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he has received any reply from the Japanese Government with reference to the breakdown of the negotiations between the Japanese and British textile interests?

Mr. RUNCIMAN

As I have already informed the House, I saw the Japanese Ambassador on the 16th March and he intimated that he would communicate with his Government on the position. I have not yet heard further from him.

Mr. REMER

Is any time limit being placed on receiving a reply?

Mr. RUNCIMAN

No, Sir.

Mr. RHYS DAVIES

While the right hon. Gentleman is trying to get the Japanese Government to do the right thing towards the Lancashire textile industry, is he taking any steps with the textile industry to reorganise itself?

Mr. SPEAKER

That question does not arise out of the reply.