HC Deb 23 April 1959 vol 604 cc588-9
43. Mr. Gower

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he will fulfil the recommendations of the report of the Committee under the chairmanship of Sir Cecil Weir on promoting exports.

Sir D. Eccles

Sir Cecil Weir and his Committee are to be congratulated on a valuable and stimulating Report. Most of the recommendations are addressed to industry. We are studying those which recommend further action by the Government.

Mr. Gower

Can my right hon. Friend say how long he estimates it will be before his Department can act in this matter?

Sir D. Eccles

I should think that the action will be piecemeal. As and when we can usefully do something, we will.