HC Deb 20 May 1909 vol 5 c721W
Sir GILBERT PARKER

asked the Secretary to the Board of Trade whether the Norwegian Government give a preference to Norwegian manufacturers, apart from the usual Customs duties, in granting Government contracts; and what is the amount of the preference?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The answer is in the affirmative. The preference is understood to amount to from 10 to 15 per cent.