HC Deb 26 September 1944 vol 403 cc16-7
34. Mr. Higgs

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware that the present Lend-Lease Agreement with the U.S.A. is the cause of widespread uneasiness, owing to its effect upon the export trade of the United Kingdom; and what action he is taking to rectify the matter.

Mr. Dalton

Yes, Sir. As the House is aware, discussions have been proceeding with the United States authorities regarding the replacement of the White Paper of September, 1941. Recent changes in the war situation have altered the background against which these questions must now be viewed. I will make a further statement as soon as I am able to do so.

Mr. Higgs

Is the House to understand that, in place of the present unilateral method, reciprocal agreements will be made?

Mr. Dalton

The possibility of that will be discussed.