§ Mr. Emeryasked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department on how many occasions during the past six months, and 963W in what industrial areas outside the London Metropolitan district, he has himself personally interview in those areas the local representatives of commerce; and will he consider visiting the industrial areas much more frequently to support his staff in their efforts to extend export trade?
§ Mr. CrossI have been asked to reply. My right hon. Friend has, since he was appointed to the Department of Overseas Trade, paid frequent visits to industrial areas throughout the United Kingdom. He intends to continue such visits as frequently as may be necessary and possible.