This portfolio was created by Statute 50-51 Victoria, c. 10, assented to June 23, 1887 and proclaimed in force December 3, 1892.
The offices of Minister of Industry and Minister of Trade and Commerce were abolished and the office of Minister of Industry, Trade and Commerce was created by Statute 17-18 Elizabeth II, c. 28, assented to March 28, 1969 and in force April 1, 1969.