Sir J. D. REESasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is aware that the Nottingham manufacturers are breaking the German monopoly in glove fabrics; and whether he will consider the necessity for aiding their enterprise and energy by prohibiting, or restricting, the importation of the German-made article, when he is preparing his forthcoming Budget?
§ Mr. BRIDGEMANMy right hon. Friend has asked me to reply to this question. I am aware that efforts are being made, with considerable prospect of success, to develop the manufacture in this country of the material to which my right hon. Friend refers. The question of the conditions under which, if at all, the importation of this material should be admitted will be carefully considered.