§ 21. Mr. Ridsdaleasked the President of the Board of Trade whether, with a view to furthering the ends of a common market, he will allow individuals to import up to, say, £100 worth of merchandise duty-free from the Continent.
§ Mr. ErrollNo, Sir.
§ Mr. RidsdaleIs it not a fact that our import restrictions for individuals are more extensive than those of any other country in the world, and could my hon. Friend see that something is done as soon as possible on this account, as it would be a great help to people, especially to those living on fixed incomes?
§ Mr. ErrollI have considered the suggestion of my hon. Friend, but I can assure him that a number of practical difficulties would prevent its adoption.