§ 50. Mr. Priceasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he has refused the request of the representatives of Italian firms in London for extensive short-term credits with Government guarantee in this country for the purpose of importing British coal and other goods into Italy?
§ The Chancellor of the Exchequer (Sir John Simon)No such request has been received, and accordingly the question does not arise.
§ Mr. G. StraussCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether any consideration has been given to the granting of loans to Italy under the Export Credits Scheme?
§ Sir J. SimonNot so far as I am aware.
§ Mr. ThorneHas the right hon. Gentleman seen the report to the effect that
§ periods and the number of export licences issued.