HC Deb 18 October 1949 vol 468 cc4-5W
Captain Bullock

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer to what extent travel has been included in recent trade talks with France with a view to securing the maximum currency allowance for citizens of both countries to visit each other; and whether, in view of the importance of developing Anglo-French cultural relations, he anticipates it will be possible to make any progress in this matter in the near future.

Sir S. Cripps

This matter has been discussed. Our present tourist allowance is higher than that given by almost all other European countries; we also give generous facilities for education abroad and for other cultural activities. I cannot at this stage anticipate what will emerge from future Anglo-French discussions.

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