HC Deb 31 July 1958 vol 592 c1580
39. Mr. Osborne

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is satisfied that the continued improvement in quality and price of British products is sufficient to maintain this country's volume of trade in competitive export markets; and if he will make a statement.

Sir D. Eccles

Yes, Sir. I am convinced British products can sell on their merits and that prices are broadly competitive.

Mr. Osborne

Is my right hon. Friend not convinced that the vast majority of British manufacturers produce really reliable goods at fair prices? Can he take any steps to stop the nagging of hon. Members opposite, who pick out an infinitesimal number of British manufacturers and thereby do the country a great deal of harm?

Sir D. Eccles

I agree with my hon. Friend that the quality of British goods remains high. What we need is vigorous salesmanship.