HC Deb 09 September 1942 vol 383 c150
51. Mr. Ivor Thomas

asked the Minister of Supply whether he will make a statement on the progress of the campaign for collecting scrap rubber?

Sir A. Duncan

The quantity of scrap rubber so far collected, through local authorities and waste rubber merchants and through the operation of the Tyre Rationing Scheme, is well up to expectation. Sustained efforts are, however, needed to meet our continuing requirements. In co-operation with the Rubber Control, the Motor Agents' Association arc-arranging an intensive campaign amongst their members. An Order has recently been made prohibiting the destruction or throwing away of waste rubber; and local authorities have been directed to arrange for efficient collection.

Mr. Molson

Is there any proposal to take up the rubber pavement in the City of London and use that for salvage purposes?

Sir A. Duncan

That has not been considered.