§ 18. Mr. Errollasked the President of the Board of Trade when is the Govern- 1229 ment's scheme for financial assistance to approved amalgamations in the cotton spinning trade to come into force.
§ Mr. BelcherI would refer the hon. Member to the reply given on 22nd April to the hon. Member for Darwen (Mr. Prescott)
§ Mr. ErrollAs there are widespread reports that the scheme will come into effect on 1st May, could not the Parliamentary Secretary give us a definite statement now?
§ Mr. BelcherI am afraid I cannot. It is possible that it may come in on 1st May. A statement will be made as soon as possible.
§ Mr. ErrollIt is only a week away