§ Mr. Jacksonasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware of the great shortage of children's shoes in many districts; and whether any steps are being taken to increase the supply?
§ Mr. DaltonI am aware that there is still some shortage. The production of leather footwear for children has for some months been in excess of pre-war production and steps have been taken further to increase it so far as the supply situation allows.