§ 91. Mr. Sparksasked the Minister of Transport the reasons for the comparatively low cargo tonnages for February, 1947, of foreign imports and exports at the port of Glasgow.
§ Mr. BarnesTonnages of imports and exports through particular ports are liable to considerable fluctuation from month to month and February is a short month. The reduced imports into Glasgow during February were due principally to smaller imports of iron ore, shipment of which was delayed by bad weather. The reduction in exports was due to a decline in the quantity of iron and steel goods and other cargo for shipment.