HC Deb 19 November 1925 vol 188 cc604-5W
Sir R. GOWER

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that the British film industry is in a depressed condition owing to foreign competition; and whether, in order to stimulate such industry, he will consider the desirability of introducing, at an early date, legislation restricting the admission of foreign films into this country?

Sir B. CHADWICK

The position of the British film industry has been under consideration for some time. I understand that the various interests concerned are considering a scheme designed to promote the production of British films, and will probably submit detailed proposals for the consideration of the Government at an early date.