HC Deb 19 May 1953 vol 515 c126W
69. Mr. Langford-Holt

asked the President of the Board of Trade what course he proposes to take following the report of the Monopolies Commission on the match industry.

Mr. H. Strauss

My right hon. Friend is carefully considering this Report, which raises a number of complicated issues involving interests in other countries as well as the home market. They require extensive discussion with the industry before decisions are taken. My right hon. Friend will, of course, make a statement on this matter as soon as he can.