§ 29. Sir Arnold Gridleyasked the President of the Board of Trade whether the newly-established Control of Factory and Storage Premises will affect the acquisition of alternative accommodation by private firms?
§ Mr. LytteltonThe increased demands for factory and storage space for war purposes make it necessary to prevent the uncontrolled use of existing accommodation which might be needed for essential purposes. An Order is accordingly being 342 made which will in general prohibit the transfer of production or storage to other premises without the prior authority of the Control of Factory and Storage Premises. Pending the coming into operation of the Order, private firms should in the national interest refrain from seeking alternative accommodation outside their own area unless it is required for purposes essential for the prosecution of the war.