§ Mr. Gryllsasked the Secretary of State for Trade what is the total value in £ sterling of exports delayed as a result of 209W the present industrial disputes in United Kingdom ports, stating what percentage of United Kingdom exports this represents; and what steps he is taking to enable these exports to move freely.
§ Mr. John SmithThe delays to exports are serious, but it is not possible to put a figure on the proportion affected. I am making every effort to get them moving as soon as possible.