§ Mr. Mainwaringasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he has considered a petition signed by wives, mothers and sisters, of men serving in His Majesty's Forces, and residing at Ferndale, Rhondda, asking for the release of wool without coupons so that they may be enabled to make comforts for their own folk directly; and whether he intends to grant the concession asked for?
§ Captain WaterhouseI have nothing to add to the reply given by my right hon. Friend to similar Questions on 15th July.
§ Captain Lyonsasked the President of the Board of Trade to what extent on 2nd July arrangements had been made, and officials appointed, in connection with the scheme of standard clothing announced publicly on nth July?
§ Captain WaterhouseAs I stated in reply to a Question by my hon. and gallant Friend on 2nd July, there is no evidence to show that the introduction of standard clothing is either necessary or desirable. My right hon. Friend recently appointed Mr. Metford Watkins as Director General of Civilian Clothing, to deal with questions arising on the supply and distribution and to make what arrangements are necessary to secure that adequate supplies of clothing, and in particular working-class clothing, are available for the population. The powers taken under the Goods and Services (Price Control) Bill will help to ensure that these supplies are available at reasonable prices.