HC Deb 26 March 1941 vol 370 cc589-90
58. Mr. Rhys Davies

asked 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 George

Yes, 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 depart from the principle of allowing every individual a free choice of retailer.

Mr. Davies

Would 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?