§ 59. Mr. Osborneasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the main factors responsible for the recent two point rise in the cost of living; and how much higher will it be allowed to go before food subsidies are reduced.
§ Mr. DaltonThe seasonal rise in potato prices due to new potatoes coming on the market, and increases in clothing prices and rail fares. On the second point, I would refer the hon. Member to my reply to the hon. Member for Newbury on 18th July.