§ Mr. W. Robertsasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department why the request of the local Advisory Committee of the State Management Scheme at Carlisle to open cafés or milk bars in the evenings for the use of civilians and Service men has been refused by the Central Office.
§ Mr. H. MorrisonThis matter was carefully investigated by the State Management Districts Council, who collected full information as to the position in Carlisle, conferred personally with members of the local Advisory Committee, inspected the accommodation already provided in the city by voluntary organisations, and consulted with the Army welfare authorities. As a result, the Council came to the conclusion that the existing accommodation was adequate for the existing need. The Council will continue to watch the situation, but it would not be right for them to open more premises, at considerable expense of labour and materials, unless it should be found in the future that existing arrangements fail to meet the need.