HC Deb 08 May 1958 vol 587 cc122-3W
Mr. Green

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is satisfied that the present provision for the protection of designs used in manufacture meets the needs of industry; and what proposals he has in mind on this subject.

Mr. Erroll

My right hon. Friend believes that some sections of industry are coming to think that changes of one kind or another would be desirable. We are consulting the interested trade and professional organisations and, if it becomes clear that there is a general wish for the law to be reviewed, consideration will be given to holding an inquiry.