HC Deb 14 April 1960 vol 621 c1454
16. Mr. Ridley

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he will now refer the manufacture of cartridges to the Monopolies Commission for investigation.

The Minister of State, Board of Trade (Mr. F. J. Erroll)

New references to the Commission are under consideration and no decision has yet been taken.

Mr. Ridley

When a matter like this is suggested to be referred to the Monopolies Commission, there is inevitably doubt in the minds of producers and consumers. Would it not be better if my hon. Friend could come to a decision as soon as possible to relieve this doubt?

Mr. Erroll

A number of subjects are considered by my right hon. Friend from time to time, and this and many others are some of them.