HC Deb 31 January 1955 vol 536 cc687-8
48. Mrs. Mann

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power if he is satisfied that all coal merchants are acquainted with Article 11 of the retail coal prices order and are delivering tickets specifying grade and price of coal delivered; and what reports he has received on this subject from his enforcement officers.

Mr. Joynson-Hicks

I would refer the hon. Lady to the reply which I gave her on 15th November. No increase in the rate of offences under Article 11 of the Retail Coal Prices Order has been reported.

Mrs. Mann

Is the Parliamentary Secretary not aware that I have already sent him letters about a good many cases on which he could take action? Has he not proceeded with regard to those cases?

Mr. Joynson-Hicks

All cases which the hon. Lady has referred to me have been considered. All those in which there seemed to be appropriate cause have been investigated. In no case has any evidence of infringement been obtained.