HC Deb 13 June 1939 vol 348 cc1084-5
25. Mr. Day

asked the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs what information he has received as to whether, and if so, in what manner, His Majesty's Government in New South Wales propose to amend the law of that State in order that it shall correspond with the quota and other Sections of the Cinematograph Films Act, 1938, Great Britain; and whether he has any information as to the intention of His Majesty's Governments in Dominions elsewhere, of introducing comparable legislation?

Sir T. Inskip

I would refer the hon. Member to the reply made to him on 21st February, which indicated the pro visions of the recent New South Wales Act. I am not aware of any further proposal to amend the law relating to films in New South Wales, and have no in formation that it is intended to introduce comparable amendments to the cinematograph law elsewhere in the Dominions.

Mr. Day

May we be informed as to whether New South Wales has asked the British Government to introduce amending legislation so that reciprocal arrangements can be made for films produced in New South Wales and in this country?

Sir T. Inskip

I understand that question is being considered by the Board of Trade with the producers concerned in this country.

Mr. Day

Has that suggestion been made by the New South Wales Government?

Sir T. Inskip

I have said that I understand the question is being considered at their instance.