§ Mr. Georgeasked the Secretary of State for Trade if he is satisfied with Government assistance to exporters.
§ Mr. ParkinsonYes. The Government provide a full range of services to exporters which are at least comparable to those offered by other countries, and these services are of course kept under constant review.
§ Mr. Georgeasked the Secretary of State for Trade what effect the reduction of staff from the British Overseas Trade Board will have on the performance of Government assistance to exporters.
§ Mr. ParkinsonIt is expected to bring about a more cost effective performance in support of exporters.