§ 91. Dr. Clitherowasked the President of the Board of Trade if, in view of the improved supply position, he will now allow extra' coupons to pharmacists and dispensers, in view of the wear and tear caused to their clothing by their work.
§ The Parliamentary Secretary to the Board of Trade (Mr. Belcher)Yes, Sir. People who spend not less than 22 hours a week in hairdressing or in dispensing medicines will be entitled to claim the Industrial Ten supplement as from 17th June. Applications must be made through employers, who will be able to obtain the necessary forms from local offices of the Ministry of Labour on and after that date.
§ Mr. GlossopWill the Minister also extend the same concession to dental assistants and dental mecanics?
§ Mr. BelcherWe are anxious to extend a similar concession to dental assistants and mechanics, but we feel that a different scheme needs to be worked out and we are at present doing this.
§ Mr. WarbeyWill the Minister also extend the concession to workers in straw hat factories?