HC Deb 09 June 1942 vol 380 cc906-7
30. Sir John Mellor

asked the Secretary for Petroleum whether the use of petrol saved from basic rations will be permitted after 30th June?

The Secretary for Petroleum (Mr. Geoffrey Lloyd)

No, Sir.

Sir J. Mellor

Why not?

Mr. Lloyd

Because it was given for use during the period which ends on 30th June.

Sir J. Mellor

Could not my hon. Friend give these people until 15th July to use up any petrol they have managed to save on their basic ration. May I have a reply to my question?

Mr. Molson

Is my hon. Friend aware that this is likely to result in a great waste of petrol?

Mr. Lloyd

I will consider that point.