§ 58. Lieut.-Colonel Bromley-Davenportasked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that the practice is increasing of the refusal of greengrocers to sell goods in short supply unless other purchases are made; and if he will take steps to stop this practice and inform the public of the action they can take when this illegal dernand is made.
§ Sir B. Smith:I am not aware of any increase in the practice referred to by the hon. and gallant Member. Appropriate 196W action is taken whenever offences of this kind are brought to the notice of my Department and any information from a member of the public will be welcomed at the local food office.