§ 30. Mr. Spenceasked the President of the Board of Trade the weight and value of hosiery yarns exported during 1948.
§ Mr. H. WilsonI regret that this information is not available as hosiery yarns are not distinguished separately in the trade returns.
§ Mr. SpenceCan the right hon. Gentleman give an assurance that the export of hosiery yarns, which has been considerable, has been made without prejudice to the expansion and development of the hosiery trade in this country?
§ Mr. WilsonWe have at all times tried to see that there were sufficient yarns available for the hosiery trade and at the same time to deliver all exports, but if the hon. Gentleman has a view, or any particular suggestion, that we have exported too much, perhaps he would let us have his information.