§ 11. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware of the extensive expont trade between Scotland and the East, West and 788 Centre of Africa, particularly in fish; and what steps he is taking to protect and increase that trade.
§ Sir D. EcclesAs I have often explained to the hon. and learned Member, the services of our Trade Commissioners are available at all times to Scottish exporters. Exports of fish and fish preparations to this area were about 10 per cent. larger in 1958 than in 1957.
§ Mr. HughesSurprising as it may seem, there is already an extensive trade in fish products to these African countries, and my anxiety is to increase it. What is the right hon. Gentleman doing to increase it?
§ Sir D. EcclesI agree that it is a good export, and when I was in South Africa the other day I saw some of the efforts that are being made.