HC Deb 01 April 1946 vol 421 c812
28. Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Minister of Supply what action he proposes to take to overcome the cartel activities in the radio valve industry.

Mr. Wilmot

The Central Price Regulation Committee have been asked to inquire into the prices of radio valves. Their report is awaited.

Mr. Lewis

Is my right hon. Friend aware that because of the activities of the big combines in the radio valve industry, small manufacturers are barred from manufacturing radio valves, and, in view of the home and export trades, will he assure the House that he will take steps to stop these activities?

Mr. Wilmot

I think it would be best to await the report of the Central Price Regulation Committee.