HC Deb 24 February 1936 vol 309 c13
24. Mr. CHORLTON

asked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department to what extent and in what way His Majesty's Government is supporting the exhibition to be held at Johannesburg this year?

Dr. BURGIN

The Department of Overseas Trade is organising on behalf of His Majesty's Government in the United Kingdom a prestige exhibit for display in a national pavilion to be erected in the exhibition grounds. The Department is also supplying to United Kingdom manufacturers who contemplate participation, full information and advice regarding the South African market. The closest co-operation exists between the Department and the Federation of British Industries and the exhibition executive committee in Johannesburg.

Mr. CHORLTON

Will the hon. Member see that a similar prestige exhibit is arranged for the exhibition in Hong Kong?