§ Mr. Evennettasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether he has recently held discussions or received representations from any companies or trade associations concerning restrictions on the import of Chinese silk; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ChannonI have recently received representations from one company concerning restrictions on the import of Chinese silk. Its letter was forwarded to me by my hon. Friend, to whom I replied on 27 March 1985. My officials have been in contact with companies during the administration of the 1985 Chinese silk quota and have informed the Silk Association of Great Britain of the arrangements for the administration of the 1985 chinese silk quota.