§ 46. Mr. Tolleyasked the Prime Minister why he refused to meet representatives of the motor industry who have alternative proposals to make with regard to the abolition of the basic petrol ration; and if he will now agree to meet and discuss with them their suggestions.
§ The Prime MinisterI would refer my hon. Friend to the reply which I gave to the hon. Member for Cheltenham (Mr. Lipson) on 27th October.
§ Mr. TolleyDoes not the Prime Minister agree that millions of people will be affected by the withdrawal of this ration? In view of the estimated loss to the Exchequer of £12 million a year and the constructive alternative proposals which have been made, will he agree to meet delegations?
§ The Prime MinisterIf the hon. Member will study the reply I gave yesterday, he will see that delegations will be met by the Minister of Fuel and Power.
§ Professor SavoryHas the right hon. Gentleman given attention to the alternative proposals put forward on behalf of the Ulster Members by the hon. and gallant Member for Down (Lieutenant Mullan)?