asked the President of the Board of Trade if he is now in a position to make a statement upon the results of the inquiry instigated by his Department into share dealing by the former chairman of Reyrolls, Limited, in connection with transactions of that company.

The inspector's report has been received and copies have been sent to the court and to the companies and persons concerned. Certain representations have been received which are being considered. I am not yet in a position to make a further statement.