§ 65. Mr. Emrys Hughesasked the President of the Board of Trade what quantities of gin and rum were exported to the African Colonies in 1949 and 1950, respectively.
§ Mr. BottomleyExports of spirits under the heading "gin and other British compounds," most of which was gin, from the United Kingdom to the African Colonies amounted to 121,000 proof gallons in 1949, and to 132,000 proof gallons in 1950. Exports of imported rum to the African Colonies amounted to 14,000 proof gallons in 1949, and to 8,000 proof gallons in 1950.
§ Mr. Emrys HughesAre we to understand that the Government's policy is now to cut down these exports?
§ Mr. BottomleyNo, Sir.