§ Mr. W. NICHOLSONasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the reason that the Supplementary Order to the Spirit Prices Order has not yet been issued; whether the delay rests with the Food Controller or with the Treasury; and whether, in view of the disturbance to the wine and spirit traders and the demands of the public, he can see his way to have the Order issued as soon as possible?
§ Major ASTORI have been asked to reply. The details of the Amended Order are under discussion with the several Departments and the trades concerned, and it is hoped that the new Order will be issued shortly. The matter is one of considerable complication, and there has been no undue delay.