§ 43. Mr. Flemingasked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that contraceptive appliances may be obtained from a slot machine, labeled "Veribest Cigarettes," placed outside a shop doorway in Manchester; and whether any steps will be taken to make such sales illegal?
§ Sir S. HoareMy attention has been drawn to this matter. As regards proposals for legislation, I would refer my hon. Friend to the reply which my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister gave on 8th April last to the hon. Member for Finchley (Mr. Crowder).
§ Mr. FlemingIs my right hon. Friend aware that in Manchester this particular type of machine is being used by children of 14 and 15 years of age; and, in those circumstances, does he not think it advisable to call for a report from the chief constable on this matter?
§ Sir S. HoareI will certainly consider my hon. and learned Friend's suggestion.
§ Lieut.-Commander AgnewDoes not my right hon. Friend think that the time has now come for the Government to take some action in this matter, and that legislation should be introduced as soon as possible?