HC Deb 10 February 1949 vol 461 c518
31. Mr. N. Macpherson

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power on what grounds the petrol allocation of Inman Mobile Cinemas Limited, 34, Great King Street, Dumfries, for the period commencing 1st January, 1949, has been cut down by two-thirds on transfer of the firm to the responsibility of his Department.

Mr. Gaitskell

I regret that there was a misunderstanding in this case. The issue of one-third of the previous allowance was an interim one while the case was being examined with the Ministry of Transport. A further allowance will be issued.

Mr. Macpherson

In view of the fact that this company is doing a great service to the community by giving cinema shows in rural districts, will the right hon. Gentleman give an assurance that the allowance will not be less than it was before?

Mr. Gaitskell

No, I cannot give that assurance. We must look into this case, which has certain very special features.

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