HC Deb 14 March 1944 vol 398 cc19-20
31. Captain Prescott

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is satis- fled that manufacturers of photographic material are, in general, able to supply retailers with their entitlement under the quota provisions.

Mr. Dalton

As my hon. and gallant Friend will appreciate, the demands of the Services for photographic material are very heavy and are increasing. In these circumstances, I regret that it may be not possible for manufacturers to supply in full their quota for the civilian trade.

Captain Prescott

While I appreciate the reasons the right. Gentleman has given, will he do everything possible within his power to increase the supply of photographic material for photographers, as many are being forced out of business?

Mr. Dalton

I will do everything I can, but the needs of the Services must come first.