§ 88. Mr. Simmondsasked the Home Secretary what action he proposes to take 1644 to prevent the sale of inflammable cinematograph film to children?
§ Sir J. SimonThis is a difficult matter which has been receiving much consideration, and I should be glad to discuss the question with my hon. Friend.
§ Mr. SimmondsIs my right hon. Friend aware that this inflammable film is sold for use with a lantern illuminated by an oil lamp, and in view of the terrible fate which might overtake children with this toy, could he enlist the services of the Press to warn parents to clip off a piece of this film and see whether it is inflammable and, if it is, to destroy it?
§ Sir J. SimonI should still like to see my hon. Friend about this matter.
§ Mr. DayCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether the Home Office have yet decided what is inflammable and noninflammable film?
§ Sir J. SimonIt is a serious question and it is a very difficult one. I can only say to-day that the matter is under consideration, and that I should very much like to find a way of dealing with it.