The successful tenderer for the work of recovering the seats in this House used European skins, as being most satisfactory for the grade of work required, having regard to the wear and tear to which the seats in the House are subjected and to the comfort of Members during the long sittings. The First Commissioner realises, however, the desirability of encouraging Empire produce, and is making exhaustive inquiries into the whole question with a view to using Empire skins as far as possible.