HC Deb 19 November 1931 vol 259 c1001
42. Earl CASTLE STEWART

asked the Home Secretary whether he can furnish a statement which will show the hours beyond which it is illegal to offer for sale in retail shops or premises articles of general consumption?

Sir H. SAMUEL

The answer to this question would involve a detailed statement of the provisions of the law which are embodied in the Shops Act, 1912, and the Shops (Hours of Closing) Act, 1928, and I can only refer the Noble Lord to the provisions of those Statutes.

Earl CASTLE STEWART

Can the right hon. Gentleman say whether he intends to introduce legislation on this matter?

Sir H. SAMUEL

No, I cannot say.