§ Mr. Draysonasked the Minister of Supply if he is aware of the continued shortage of lead for the toy trade; and whether he is now able to increase the allotment of lead for home-market purposes.
§ Mr. LeonardThere is still a severe shortage of lead for essential purposes such as cables, batteries and housing components. My right hon. Friend much regrets, therefore, that he is unable to allocate supplies for non-essential manufactures, including toys, for the home market. Manufacturers should endeavour to use other metals which are not in short supply, and if they approach us, we will be glad to advise them on this point.