HC Deb 13 February 1939 vol 343 c1380W
Major Procter

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether the Indian Trade Agreement has been signed and whether he is in a position to report as to the progress of these negotiations?

Mr. T. Williams

asked the President of the Board of Trade what provision is being made to meet the situation which will arise on 31st March next, when the Indo-British Trade Agreement expires?

Mr. R. S. Hudson

A new trade agreement with India has not yet been signed, but active negotiations are proceeding between the two Governments. It is hoped that it will be possible to bring them to an early conclusion.