§ 58. Mr. Rhys Daviesasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether he is aware that it would simplify the task of distribution, and greatly reduce labour and costs, if all the members of a household registered for rationed commodities with the same shop-keeper; whether this has been considered; and with what results?
Major Lloyd GeorgeYes, Sir, but my Noble Friend is unable to adopt the arrangement. It would necessitate compulsory re-registration which would 6e a. costly and laborious matter, and would 590 depart from the principle of allowing every individual a free choice of retailer.
§ Mr. DaviesWould it not be possible, when the Minister's Department is considering this matter later on, to introduce a publicity campaign to get all members of the same household to do their shopping in the same shops?