§ 76. Mr. McGovernasked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that a considerable number of large warehouses in Glasgow require to close down about 4.15 p.m., due to lighting restrictions; that a number of these establishments find it impossible to black-out their premises during the black-out hours and give them proper use of natural light during the day; and whether he can see his way, in view of Christmas shopping pressure, to allow relaxation of lighting restrictions up to 5 p.m.?
§ Sir J. AndersonThe Lighting (Restrictions) Order has recently been modified so as to provide that the black-out shall not come into force until half an hour after sunset. I should not, however, be justified in making any further concession in respect of particular classes of premises as suggested by the hon. Member.
§ Mr. McGovernDoes the right hon. Gentleman consider that 4.15 p.m. as the hour for the closing of many of these warehouses is having a very bad effect, especially on the Christmas trade, and cannot he grant a relaxation up to 5 p.m. until the Christmas trade is over?
§ Sir J. AndersonConsiderations of safety are just as important at Christmas time as at any other time.
§ Mr. McGovernThere is no danger yet.