§ 41. Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Lord President of the Council, in view of the fact that between 16th June, 1970, and 18th May, 1971, prices of food have risen on average by 10.4 per cent., and that in some instances price rises of 15.9 per cent. and up to 36.2 per cent. have taken place in staple foods, why he will not move to appoint a Select Committee to investigate food prices and recommend to the House what action should be taken to effect a reduction.
§ Mr. WhitelawBecause I do not believe that a Select Committee would be appropriate.