§ 57. Mr. Keelingasked the President of the Board of Trade whether is is aware that it is almost impossible to buy wristwatch glasses; and whether, in the interests of punctuality in the fighting forces and in civilian war-work, he will increase the supply.
§ Mr. DaltonNo, Sir. I am informed that round watch glasses can usually be obtained, but other shapes are more scarce.
§ Mr. KeelingDoes the right hon. Gentleman suggest that the owner of a square watch should try to fit a round glass into it? If not, will he consult the Minister of Labour about the serious shortage of labour for making wrist-watch glasses?
§ Mr. DaltonNo, Sir. I was answering my hon. Friend's Question, which did not distinguish between round and other shapes, but I was distinguishing between them in the light of information which I had received. I understand that celluloid and other plastic watch covers can also be obtained without difficulty, in either round or fancy shapes.