HC Deb 11 June 1941 vol 372 c185
42. Sir A. Knox

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he will arrange with the Board of Trade for the issue of free coupons for the purchase of clothing by relatives for despatch to prisoners of war?

Mr. Law

I am in touch with my right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade on this matter.

Sir A. Knox

Does the hon. Member realise that this is the only source of clothing that these people have and that the clothing issued by the German Government is quite insufficient?

Mr. Law

No, Sir, this is not the only source. A great deal of clothing is being sent out by the Red Cross.

Sir A. Knox

But does the hon. Member realise that to supply such clothing would take 60 or 70 coupons?