HC Deb 16 February 1931 vol 248 c895W
Captain P. MACDONALD

asked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department if the Advisory Committee under the Exports Credits scheme is still in existence; and, if so, who is its Chairman, where is it located, what are its functions, and how often does it sit?

Mr. GILLETT

The Advisory Committee to the Export Credits Guarantee Department is still in existence. Its Chairman is Colonel the Hon. Sidney Peel, C.B., D.S.O. It meets at frequent intervals at the offices of the Department at 9, Clements Lane, E.C.4. Its function is to advise the Board of Trade in the exercise of their powers under the Overseas Trade Acts, 1920–1930.