HC Deb 11 March 1941 vol 369 cc1146-7
37. Mr. Hely-Hutchinson

asked the Minister of Supply whether he is aware that some retail firms are continuing to wrap the goods they sell in paper, while others are refraining from doing so in response to the appeals from the Paper Controller; and what steps he proposes to take in regard to firms who waste paper in this manner?

The Joint Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Supply (Mr. Harold Macmillan)

Yes, Sir. I thank my hon. Friend for this opportunity of calling attention to a notice which has recently been issued reminding retailers and others that it is an offence under the Control of Paper (No. 28) Order to wrap or pack with paper any article which does not reasonably require any such wrapping or packing for its protection.

Mr. Hely-Hutchinson

If my hon. Friend's attention were drawn to specific instances, would he consider taking disciplinary action?

Mr. Macmillan

My right hon. Friend will be glad to receive information about any instances in which it is alleged that the Order has been neglected. Certain warnings have already been given, and my right hon. Friend will not hesitate to take further action in the matter.