HC Deb 23 October 1950 vol 478 c286W
33. Colonel Stoddart-Scott

asked the Minister of Supply if he is aware of the shortage of tinware and steel drums for the packing of paints and varnish; and what steps he proposes to take to prevent a shortage of paint and varnish in the export and home trade.

Mr. G. R. Strauss

There is a shortage of tinplate and sheet steel which is affecting the supply of containers generally. The position should improve when the new mills in South Wales come into production in 1951.