asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he is aware that the British Board of Trade refuse to issue licences for the export of fish barrels to Éire; and if, in view of the scarcity of fish barrels in this country, he will allocate shipping space in the near future for the importation of barrel staves.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Importation of Barrel Staves.
I am aware that fish barrels are scarce in England and it is unlikely that their export to this country would be permitted. I am also aware that they are in short supply here.
I have not received any applications for shipping space for staves for fish barrels. I will be prepared to consider any such applications.