HC Deb 15 July 1946 vol 425 c857
79. Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

asked the President of the Board of Trade to what extent an increase in the price of leather is contemplated by his Department.

Sir S. Cripps

No particular increase is contemplated in the prices of leather to footwear manufacturers. Some increase may take place in certain other cases.

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

Can the right hon. and learned Gentleman say whether that increase will be the result of the collapse of the International Leather Committee?

Sir S. Cripps

It will be the result of higher prices which have to be paid for leather if that is the case.

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