HC Deb 15 February 1944 vol 397 c25
51. Mr. W. J. Brown

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether, in connection with his forthcoming Budget, he will consider abolishing the Regulation under which members of the Armed Forces are allowed to purchase only 40 cigarettes weekly, less the past two tax increases, of which 20 must be of cheap brands.

Mr. Assheton

My right hon. Friend regrets that he cannot increase the quantities of cigarettes and tobacco which may be purchased by members of His Majesty's Forces in their canteens at the prices prevailing before the Budget of 1942.

Mr. Brown

If not, why not?