HC Deb 18 June 1942 vol 380 c1680
60. Mr. Thorne

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether Isaac Isenberg, hosier, of Cutler Street, Houndsditch, who, on 9th March, was fined £7,521 for selling goods in excess of his quota, has paid the fine within the time given him to pay, which expired on Friday, 12th June?

Captain Waterhouse

As this man had only paid £500 by 12th June, he was sentenced to three months' imprisonment in respect of the non-payment of the balance of the fine.

Mr. Thorne

Will going to prison relieve this man of his financial obligation?

Captain Waterhouse

I should like to have notice of that question, but I think that is the case.

Mr. Thorne

Can the Leader of the House make a statement as to whether that is the law?