§ 72. Mr. Attewellasked the President of the Board of Trade what was the reason for refusing an import licence for leather from South America on sterling payment; and if the matter will be reconsidered on an assurance being given that the leather will be used for the manufacture of shoes for export.
§ Mr. BelcherIn general, leather is only being imported to make good any deficiencies in home production. Import licence applications are considered on their merits, but I shall be glad to reconsider the application which my hon. Friend has in mind, if he will give me the necessary details.