Commonwealth Countries: Trade

Debate between Baroness Wilcox and Lord Wright of Richmond

Wednesday 15th February 2012 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Wilcox]

I would have to agree with my noble friend because she is a fine and proud Australian. As I have just said, exports of goods from the UK to Australia went up by more than 30 per cent last year, so I can only presume that the goods we are turning out are of excellent quality.

[Lord Wright of Richmond]

My Lords, would the Minister acknowledge the role of Her Majesty’s Diplomatic Service at all levels, and not just commercial staff, but from heads of mission down to locally engaged staff?

[Baroness Wilcox]

It is my pleasure to acknowledge that. Everyone is working together. We are able to place our experts from UKTI in embassies and missions, and we are extremely grateful to them.