§ Sir E. Graham-Littleasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that the short supply of potable liquid paraffin, which is extensively used for medicinal purposes, is causing hardship to invalids requiring it; and if he will prohibit its sale except under doctors' prescription until he has been able to ensure adequate supplies for all.
§ Mr. BevanI am aware of the shortage referred to and the matter is engaging my attention and that of my right hon. Friends the Minister of Fuel and Power and the Minister of Supply and Aircraft Production. The treatment or use of liquid paraffin conforming to the British Pharmacoepia specification for any purposes other than medicinal purposes, except under the licence granted by the Minister of Fuel and Power, is prohibited by the Control of Petroleum Order, 1944.