HC Deb 25 February 1949 vol 461 cc338-9W
Mr. Hollis

asked the Minister of Food whether on the de-rationing of sweets it will be possible for shopkeepers to sell sweets without a licence.

Mr. Strachey

No, they will continue to require a licence under the Food (Licensing of Retailers) Order, 1948, at any rate, until supplies are available to stock new shops as well as to cover the increased demand under de-rationing.