Local Authorities (Consumer Complaints)

HC Deb 08 December 1966 vol 737 c329W

41. Mr. Gwilym Roberts

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he will seek powers to assist local authorities to set up consumer departments where members of the public can bring complaints about the quality and price of commodities.

Mr. Darling

No. It is for individual local authorities to decide whether to provide such a service.