§ 70. Mr. S. Shephardasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware of the shortage of cigarettes in the mining village of New Ollerton, Notts; and since this is a contributory cause of absenteeism, what steps does he propose to take to increase the supply.
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§ Mr. BottomleyThe distribution of cigarettes is not controlled by the Government; but we have made inquiries and are satisfied that supplies in New Ollerton are not less adequate than in the country generally. We see no reason to ask manufacturers to give this village exceptional treatment.