HC Deb 20 May 1977 vol 932 c317W
Mr. Nicholas Winterton

asked the Secretary of State for Trade how many tonnes of tarpaulins, tents, awnings and sails were imported during 1974, 1975, 1976 and 1977 to date;

(2) what was the value of imported tarpaulins, tents, awnings and sails in 1974, 1975, 1976 and 1977 to date.

Mr. Meacher

Following is the information:

Thousand metric tons £ million cif
1974* 2.4 3.6
1975* 2.4 4.5
1976 3.0 8.3
First quarter 1977. 1.0 3.4

* Figures include other textile camping goods, which are not separately distinguished.