§ 29. Mr. Kirbyasked the President of the Board of Trade whether, before he decides upon any scheme of fuel rationing, he will consider the Memorandum dated 5th May of the Lancashire Area Council of the Coal Merchants' Federation of Great Britain, of which a copy has been sent him by the hon. Member for Everton?
§ Captain WaterhouseYes, Sir. These suggestions will be fully considered before any final decision is reached.
§ Mr. KirbyWill the hon. and gallant Member ask his chief, before he comes to a final conclusion upon the fuel rationing scheme, to make sure that the interests of small retailers are safeguarded?
§ Captain WaterhouseAll these recommendations and all this advice are being considered now.