HC Deb 15 July 1948 vol 453 cc121-2W
70. Mr. C. S. Taylor

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether he is aware that the present basic petrol allowance is insufficient for holidaymakers desiring to travel to the more remote holidays areas; and whether he will grant the bona fide holidaymakers a supplementary ration for this purpose.

Mr. Gaitskell

As the present standard ration may be used at any time during the six months, it is possible for a holidaymaker, if he so desires, to make a return journey of between 500 and 550 miles. I am not prepared to authorise supplementary allowances for this purpose.