§ Mr. Hannahasked the Minister of Supply whether he can see his way to the organisation of more far-reaching methods of collecting waste paper?
§ Colonel LlewellinIn reply to a Question by the hon. Member for Eccles (Mr. Cary) on 21st March, my right hon. Friend set out fully the steps taken to extend the collection of waste paper, etc., through local authorities and trade channels. Since then further publicity has been given in the Press and by broadcast to the need of waste paper and other salvage materials; in view of the additional need for waste paper arising from the extension of the war to Scandinavian countries an urgent circular was issued on 11th April to every local authority in England, Scotland and Wales. Plans are being made for further appeals to the public in the Press and by broadcast. I am glad that my hon. Friend's Question gives me this opportunity of stressing the urgency of this matter.