§ Mr. Henderson Stewartasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware of the shortage of bed linen in Scottish hotels owing to the run-down in stocks and the reduction in laundry facilities; and, in view of the desirability of increasing the tourist trade, what steps he is taking to make further dockets available to hotel keepers for the purchase of sheets, pillow slips, etc.
§ Mr. BelcherWe are fully aware of the difficulties of hotels all over the country in these matters. Under a scheme announced on 5th December, 1946, a substantial measure of help was given in preparation for the 1947 season to certain classes of hotels and similar establishments, including those of special importance to overseas visitors. We are in touch with the British Tourist and Holidays Board with a view to some further limited help being given over sheets. Pillow slips are not rationed and special arrangements cannot be made for their supply to hotels.