HC Deb 26 May 1936 vol 312 cc1821-2
41. Mr. LIDDALL

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that 63 British firms, who are importers of Italian goods, have already lost £95,000 in consequence of the sanctions imposed against Italy; whether he has considered the proposals submitted to him by the Association of British Importers from Italy; and will he make a further statement on the matter?

Mr. RUNCIMAN

With regard to the first part of the question, I have seen statements in the Press to the effect mentioned, but I have no further information. The answer to the second part is in the affirmative. As regards the last part, I have nothing to add to the answer which I gave to my hon. Friend on this subject on 12th May.

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