Mr. WALLACE:

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that the Czechoslovakian Government has decided to raise the duty, as from 15th July next, on linoleum, felt base, and woollen goods exported from this country to Czechoslovakia from 225 krs. per 100 kilos to 600 krs. per 100 kilos; whether he has any information as to the reason for imposing this prohibitive tariff; and whether his Department will make representations on the subject to the Government of Czechoslovakia?

I have no information of such increase in duty on these goods, but I am causing inquiry to be made in the matter.

Mr. WALLACE:

Am I to assume that my hon. and gallant Friend has not heard a word about this matter from our Legation?

The inquiries I have made, so far, do not confirm the report I have received, but I am making further inquiries.

Mr. WALLACE:

Is the hon. And gallant Member aware that there is a strong feeling in trade circles that we are not very well served by our Legation? I made inquiries some time ago and have not heard a word on the subject since.

Perhaps the hon. Member will come and see me. I cannot accept his view that we are not well served by our Legation.