HC Deb 06 May 1948 vol 450 c154W
Mr. Paget

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether, in view of the stock position, he will consider down-pointing leather clothing.

Mr. H. Wilson

Although supplies of the types of leather used for this clothing are good at the moment, it is very doubtful whether the present level of imports can be maintained. I do not consider that the stock position calls for special action just at present though I will keep the position under review.