Historical Register in London, Middlesex

Importation Tea Policy Addresses Trade and Duty Reforms

Parliament debates focus on tea import through certificates from foreign places to curb illegal trade, calls to extend drawbacks period for imported goods later exported, and enlarge discounts for the East India Company. Also bills authorize shipping stores for garrisons, promote woollen and silk manufactures, curb dyed cloth in households, and preserve Sussex Harbour. Royal assent granted to several acts including South Sea Company stock transfer and mutiny laws.