HC Deb 25 October 1960 vol 627 cc256-7W
74. Mr. Willey

asked the President et the Board of Trade what recent applications he has received for the abolition or reduction of the duty on imported borax; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Maudling

The Board of Trade announced in January last that they had under consideration applications for the removal of duty on refined borax. Their decision will be announced very shortly.

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