§ 34. Mr. Hendersonasked the Secretary of State for Trade what action he is now taking to ensure that Shipping Conference rates do not place British exporters at a disadvantage compared with their continental competitors.
§ Mr. EyreThe Government supports the conference's system because it has consistently provided regular and efficient services at stable and commercial rates benefiting shippers and shipowners alike. The setting of freight rates is of course a commercial matter, but, as my hon. Friend is aware, my Department is looking into a number of questions he has raised and we will be writing to him on these in due course.