HC Deb 03 May 1948 vol 450 c93W
2. Mr. Stokes

asked the Minister of Supply whether he is aware that excavating machinery imported into this country from America is being re-sold for sterling to French customers; and whether this transaction has his approval.

Mr. G. R. Strauss

No. These machines can only be exported under licence and no such licence has been granted for export to France.