§ Mr. Costainasked the President of the Board of Trade what steps were taken by his Department to consult the British Hotels and Restaurants Association before the announcement of the experimental loans scheme for hotels; and what steps he proposes to take in the future to maintain liaison with the British Hotels and Restaurants Association about schemes of this kind.
§ Mr. J. P. W. MallalieuThe Government's proposals were fully discussed with representatives of the Association before the scheme was finally settled. I shall continue to consult the Association as appropriate about matters of concern to them.