HC Deb 15 February 1951 vol 484 cc608-9
42. Wing Commander Bullus

asked the President of the Board of Trade what is the price per ream, at the latest available date, of Swedish grease-proof paper and of the English brands of such paper.

Mr. H. Wilson

Both these papers are purchased by private trade and I have no precise information as to the prices charged to users.

Wing Commander Bullus

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that the present high price and shortage of this type of paper handicaps shopkeepers in the wrapping of foodstuffs? Will he do his best to assist them to get more of this paper?

Mr. Wilson

Yes, and this is one of the many cases where goods are short for world reasons and perhaps the hon. and gallant Member and his hon. Friends will cease blaming it on bulk purchasing methods.

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