Lieutenant-Colonel Sir M. WILSONasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer (1) if he will now state what reasons of public policy or interest now justify the continuance of any restrictions upon the supply of spirits from bond; (2) if he is aware of the grave resentment and unrest caused by the failure of sick persons to obtain spirits when medical certificates have ordered such; and if he can state the reason for withholding the necessary supply?
§ Mr. McCURDYI have been asked to reply, and will deal with these questions together. I can add nothing to the answer already given on this subject.
§ Mr. BENNETTasked the Food Controller if he is aware that, notwithstanding the recent decision of the Government to release an increased quantity of spirits, numerous complaints are made by medical men and others of the difficulty in obtaining brandy and whisky for persons suffering from influenza; and whether he will consider the practicability of making special provision for the supply of such stimulants under an order from a medical man?
§ Mr. McCURDYThe decision on this question does not rest with the Ministry of Food, and I can add nothing to the answers which I have repeatedly given on this subject.