HC Deb 09 November 1916 vol 87 cc408-9
107. Mr. BOOTH

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether the restric- tion of petrol supplies has satisfied his expectations; and can he state if any petrol is at present being allowed to enemy aliens in this country?

Mr. PRETYMAN

The steps which have been taken have resulted in a considerable improvement in the position, but it is still of importance that users of petrol should endeavour to restrict their consumption to the utmost extent possible. With regard to the last part of the question, I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer given to the question which he asked on the 21st August.

Mr. BOOTH

Is he not aware that the previous answer was an evasive one?