HC Deb 01 November 1939 vol 352 cc1950-1W
Sir J. Wardlaw-Milne

asked the Minister of Supply whether he will give a. list of all the controllers appointed by him, and, in such cases as these gentlemen were not previously Government officials, their business interests prior to their assuming their present duties; and to what extent these interests continue?

Mr. Burgin

I have had a list prepared giving the desired information and will send a copy to my hon. Friend. As regards the continuance of interests in business with which controllers were previously connected, it was a de clear to controllers on appointment that they must cease from any active participation in business enterprises in any way connected with the commodities under their control. I am satisfied that this rule is being observed in the letter and in the spirit.