HC Deb 19 April 1951 vol 486 cc1982-3
9. Colonel Crosthwaite-Eyre

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether, in view of the recent report of the Film Finance Corporation, he will make a statement on their request for further funds.

Mr. H. Wilson

I am not yet in a position to make any statement.

Colonel Crosthwaite-Eyre

Is the President aware that according to the report of the Film Finance Corporation their moneys will be exhausted by this summer? Is he prepared to see this Corporation, whether one likes it or not, jeopardised? If not, surely he should produce legislation now to see that their moneys do not run out before Parliament has made further provision?

Mr. Wilson

The report was received by me only on 11th April. Surely the hon. and gallant Gentleman will agree that this is a matter of great importance, which requires careful study before I can give an answer.

Colonel Crosthwaite-Eyre

When does the right hon. Gentleman expect to be able to give an answer?

Mr. Wilson

Quite soon.