§ 89. Mr. Lambertasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that there is a shortage of agricultural corduroy; and whether he will take steps to increase the supply and improve the quality of this corduroy.
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§ Mr. BelcherI am aware that even before the recent fuel difficulties the supply of agricultural corduroy was not fully equal to the demand, but production was maintained at the highest level possible with the capacity available. The loss of production due to the fuel shortage will, I fear, cause greater difficulties for a time. I am not aware of any dissatisfaction with the quality of corduroy, but if the hon. Member will let me have details of his complaint I shall be glad to look into the matter.