HC Deb 22 July 1946 vol 425 c284W
81. Sir W. Smithers

asked the Minister of Transport why Mr. C. Mortimer's licence was withdrawn without notice, thus preventing him from using his lorry, depriving him of his means of livelihood and his three men of their jobs; and if he has any statement to make on this case, particulars of which have been sent to him.

Mr. Barnes

My information is that the defence permit authorising the use of the vehicle in question expired on 31st May. Despite a reminder at the end of April, no application for the renewal of the permit was received and consequently fuel rations for the vehicle were stopped. Mr. Mortimer has now made application for the renewal of the permit and fuel is being issued pending a decision on this application.