§ 31. Lieut.-Commander Hutchisonasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is yet able to reduce the coupon value of towels for household purposes or make them coupon free.
§ Mr. DaltonNo, Sir; not yet. But I hope it may not be long before. I can act on my hon. and gallant Friend's suggestion.
§ 32. Mr. Lipsonasked the President of the Board of Trade if he will increase the supply of sheets and towels at controlled prices in the Cheltenham area, as the present shortage is causing hardship, especially to expectant mothers.
§ Mr. DaltonThe supply of sheets is at present very limited, but I am glad to say that I have recently been able to arrange for an increase, of which Cheltenham should get its fair share. I am now also switching to sheets material hitherto used for black-out. The production of towels is sufficient to meet the present demand under rationing, and I have called 16 for a special report on supplies in Cheltenham.
§ Mr. LipsonDoes my right hon. Friend's answer imply that his policy henceforth will be one of expansion rather than of restriction?
§ Mr. DaltonYes, Sir; I am glad to say that we are now in a position to do that.