§ Mr. HANNONasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the quantities of brandy imported into this country from France and South Africa, respectively, during the first six months of the present year; and if he contemplates an extension of the preference now accorded to this article in the interest of the South African farmer?
§ Mr. P. SNOWDENThe quantities of brandy imported into Great Britain and Northern Ireland from France and the Union of South Africa during the six months ended 30th June, 1929, were 213,155 proof gallons and 1,582 proof gallons respectively. I cannot of course anticipate the Budget statement, and at the moment I can do no more than refer the hon. Member to my remarks on the subject of preference generally in the Debate on the Address.