§ 42. Sir P. Hannonasked the President of the Board of Trade the nature and scope of the activities of the Regional Export Officer for the Midland area; if intimate contact has been established with the local chambers of commerce and trade organisations; and if the duties of this officer are being supported by the co-operation of local manufacturers and business firms.
§ Mr. H. WilsonThe Regional Export Officer in the Midland area, as in other areas, was appointed to render any assistance possible to firms in the region in the development of their export trade. He fulfils this purpose by personal contacts with exporting firms, discussions on methods of trading, supply of information On trade opportunities and conditions in overseas countries. He has established friendly co-operation with local chambers of commerce and trade organisations. Exporters in the Midland area, as elsewhere, are making a valuable contribution to the export trade of this country.
§ Sir P. HannonIs the right hon. Gentleman satisfied that this officer is rendering real service to industries in the Midlands in regard to the export drive?
§ Mr. WilsonYes, Sir. I have been into this question in Birmingham myself, and 3339 I have received sufficient assurances from manufacturers to show that he is giving very valuable assistance.