HC Deb 17 May 1956 vol 552 cc192-3W
63. Mr. Ellis Smith

asked the Minister of Works if he will arrange for the best and latest English china to be used in all our embassies throughout the world; and for showcases to be set out in their main rooms containing English china exhibits.

Mr. Buchan-Hepburn

Our embassies are equipped with English china of fine quality with a simple formal design. I really do not think it would be appropriate to provide showcases of exhibits in the way the hon. Member suggests.

64. Mr. Ellis Smith

asked the Minister of Works if he will arrange that the best and latest English china is used in the future whenever guests are being entertained by the Government or by Departments.

Mr. Buchan-Hepburn

Best quality English china, including a specially designed dinner service, has already been supplied to the Government Hospitality Fund. Departments are supplied with a few tea services of English china of good quality for official entertainment.