HC Deb 19 October 1973 vol 861 cc347-8W
Mr. Faulds

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry (1), whether he will ascertain from the United States Government, and publish in the OFFICIAL REPORT, the terms of their approval of the forthcoming sale by auction in London on 31st October of paintings from the collection of Mr. Jack R. Dick;

(2) whether he will initiate an inquiry into the proposed auction of pictures the property of Mr. Jack R. Dick to be held at Sothebys on 31st October.

Sir G. Howe

I am seeking further information but I have at present no evidence on the basis of which I could or should intervene.