§ 51. Mr. W. J. Brownasked 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. AsshetonMy 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.