§ Mr. Championasked the President of the Board of Trade if he will take the necessary steps to increase the supply of gas mantles to the Derby area.
§ Sir S. CrippsProduction has increased this year, hut there are still considerable arrears of demand to be met. I have no reason to suppose that the Derby area has received less than its fair share of supplies, but if my hon. Friend will let me have particulars of any large outstanding orders, I will look into the matter.