HC Deb 17 November 1942 vol 385 c223W
Mr. Boothby

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of War Transport, whether his attention has been called to the present situation regarding retail deliveries in the burgh of Fraserburgh; and what action he proposes to take in the matter?

Mr. Noel-Baker

Yes, Sir. When my hon. Friend wrote to me about retail deliveries in Fraserburgh, I called for a report. The scheme now being enforced in the burgh was prepared by agreement between the deputy regional transport commissioner and the divisional food officer. It has, I understand, the approval of the provost of the burgh. As a result of the discussions which have taken place, it has been proposed that a small local committee should be set up to deal with any cases of hardship which the scheme may involve. I trust that in this way the scheme may be worked with as little inconvenience as circumstances allow.