§ 57. Mr. Channonasked the President of the Board of Trade when the register of small traders promised by him on 13th October is likely to be ready; whether he can state what action small traders should take to secure admission; and what qualifications are necessary for their inclusion?
§ Captain WaterhouseMy right hon. Friend has been in consultation with the principal retail trade organisations and will make a statement at the earliest possible moment, He will announce the procedure whereby application for admission to the Register may be made by traders who have already withdrawn, or who may be forced by circumstances to withdraw from retail trade in future.