§ Sir J. Langford-Holtasked the Secretary of State for Trade which primary whale products can be imported to the United Kingdom without a licence.
§ Mr. DeakinsThe main products are sperm oil, ambergins, spermaceti wax, teeth and bones.
§ Sir J. Langford-Holtasked the Secretary of State for Trade on what date the controls on certain whale products, announced on 15th March 1973, became effective; and whether all customs officers responsible for enforcing controls are aware of this date.
§ Mr. DeakinsImport controls on certain whale products came into operation on 16th March 1973. As Her Majesty's Customs and Excise is responsible for enforcing import controls, port672W officers are always informed at the time about any new measures.