HC Deb 24 May 1978 vol 950 c594W
Mr. Peter Morrison

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what was the value of textile imports into the United Kingdom on each of the years since 1970.

Mr. Meacher

Following is the information:

£ million c.i.f.
1970 275
1971 346
1972 400
1973 558
1974 752
1975 734
1976 979
1977 1,203

NOTE. These figures cover wool tops; synthetic and regenerated (artificial) fibres; knitted or crocheted fabrics, elastic or rubberised; and textile yarns fabrics, made-up articles and related products (other than textile clothing).

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