§ 17. Mr. Orr-Ewingasked the President of the Board of Trade why sack merchants and reclaimers were advised by the Export Promotion Department on the 22nd October that tenders were required for one million used sacks in Germany, when the order had already been placed in the U.S.A.; and whether he is satisfied that there is no delay in collecting, transmitting and disseminating such information.
§ Mr. H. WilsonThe Export Promotion Department was advised of the order on 18th October and, after confirming that the export of the bags would be licensed, notified the interested Trade Associations on 22nd October. Inquiries are being made to see whether there was delay in Germany, and I will communicate with the hon. Member when this information is received.
§ Mr. Orr-EwingIs it not the case that this order had already been placed with the United States on 19th October?
§ Mr. WilsonI am inquiring into this matter in Germany. I am sure that the hon. Member will realise the difficulties that arise both here and in Germany owing to the fact that the control is not by this country alone but by more than one country.
§ Mr. Orr-EwingWill the right hon. Gentleman let me know when he has the information, so that I may put down another Question?
§ Mr. WilsonYes, Sir, certainly.