§ 4. Mr. John Lewisasked the Minister of Supply if he has given consideration to a letter from the hon. Member for Bolton relating to a scheme for selling British-produced television receivers in the world markets, based upon a proposal to provide selected countries with a complete television transmission system without charge, on condition that orders are placed with this country for a substantial number of receivers: and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. G. R. StraussThe manufacturers are fully aware of the advantages to be gained by offering transmitting equipment on favourable terms. The Departments concerned and the Television Advisory Committee are doing all they can to help them in the export drive, but it would obviously be undesirable for me to make public the terms on which manufacturers are prepared to conduct their business.
§ Mr. LewisWill the Minister say it he has received any information to indicate that the trade is in negotiation with foreign countries regarding the sale of television apparatus?
§ Mr. StraussYes, Sir. I understand that certain negotiations are proceeding.