§ Sir G. Gibsonasked the Minister of Supply if he is aware of the unsatisfactory position in respect of the output of Service footwear and that most contractors are substantially in arrears with deliveries of their Service contracts owing to the shortage of leather; and what steps does he propose to take to remedy this state of affairs.
§ Sir A. DuncanI am not aware of any arrears in the delivery of Service footwear, except in a few isolated instances where remedial action is being taken. If, however, my hon. Friend has any particular case in mind and will let me have particulars, I will have inquiries made.