HC Deb 08 March 1938 vol 332 c1706
37. Mr. Thorne

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he can give any information with regard to discussions with Signor D'Agostino, Director-General of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Trade, for assistance to Italy under the Export Credits Guarantee Department?

Mr. R. S. Hudson

The negotiations on trade matters with Signor D'Agostino are making satisfactory progress. As I explained last week, in reply to the hon. Member for the Forest of Dean (Mr. Price), they raise no question of extending credit facilities to Italy.

58. Mr. Reed (for Sir Arnold Gridley)

asked the President of the Board of Trade the figures of exports to, and imports from, Italy for the years 1913, 1925, and 1937, respectively?

Mr. R. S. Hudson

As the answer involves a number of figures, I will, with my hon. Friend's permission, circulate it in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Following is the answer: