HC Deb 08 August 1918 vol 109 c1544
73. Mr. GILBERT

asked the Secretary to the Treasury whether he is aware that, on the millions of food ration books recently issued, the name of the firm that printed them was allowed to be shown in a prominent position; and whether any consideration was given by the printers for this privilege, or whether any reduction has been made in the price by the firm for this advertisement?

Mr. BALDWIN

I am aware of the fact mentioned. The value of the advertisement will be taken into account in connection with the payment to be made to the printers for work done.

Mr. P. A. HARRIS

Did this firm get this contract as the result of competition?

Mr. BALDWIN

I shall require notice of that.