§ Mr. Simsasked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection what has been the increase in the average price of children's footwear in each of the last three years; and if he is satisfied that these increases arc justified.
§ Mr. MaclennanThe increase in the 12 months to August in each of the years in question was approximately 16 per cent., 15 per cent. and 15 per cent. respectively. Manufacturers must comply with the Price Code, which generally requires price increases to be based on increases in costs.