§ Mr. W. Shepherdasked the President of the Board of Trade what arrangements exist for civilians and others returning from overseas to obtain their allocation of clothing coupons, etc; whether he is satisfied that this system is working well, and what improvements he proposes to introduce.
§ Mr. Belcher:People returning to this country to take up permanent residence receive the current clothing book adjusted to the point reached in the rationing period. Temporary visitors receive 10 coupons after two months for the first three months and 10 coupons for every succeeding period of three months. In all cases claims for additional coupons can be made and are favourably considered, provided real need is established. I am satisfied that these arrangements are fair, and are, having regard to the level of home supplies, working well.