§ Mr. DAYasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is now in a position to make a statement with reference to the interview which took place between the Parliamentary Secretary to his Department and the deputation that was received by him to discuss the ques- 1509W tion raised by the Cinematograph Exhibitors' Association on the subject of talking pictures; and whether any amending legislation of the Cinematograph Films Act is contemplated?
§ Mr. W. R. SMITHThe deputation laid before me certain proposals which are receiving consideration, and another meeting may be arranged. I am consequently not at present in a position to make any further statement upon the matter.