HC Deb 06 March 1945 vol 408 cc1821-2
43. Mr. Astor

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he has considered the Palache Report on tendencies to monopoly in the film industry; and whether he can make a statement on it.

Mr. Dalton

As I have previously stated, in accordance with the suggestion made to me by the Films Council, I have, in the first instance, invited the various sections of the films industry to let me have their views on the report. I am still waiting to hear from certain sections of the industry.

Mr. Astor

Can my right hon. Friend give any estimate when he Will get those answers and when he will have a view of his own?

Mr. Dalton

When I shall get the answers depends upon the sections of the industry concerned. So far, out of eight associations which, following the advice of the Films Council, I have consulted, I have had replies from only three. It is not my intention to begin to form a view unless I have those communications.