HC Deb 29 March 1972 vol 834 cc91-3W
Mr. Greville Janner

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry (1)

ment; and what are the improvements and costs over the same period for, respectively, Edinburgh and Inverness.

Mr. Noble,

pursuant to his reply [OFFICIAL REPORT, 21st March, 1972; Vol. 833, c. 305] gave the following information

whether he will conduct an inquiry into double pricing in the sewing machine industry;

(2) whether he will conduct an inquiry into double pricing in the washing machine industry;

(3) whether he will conduct an inquiry into double pricing in the lawn mower industry;

(4) whether he will issue a circular to local authorities, requesting weights and measures inspectors to report cases of double pricing occurring in their districts.

Mr. Ridley

No. But if the hon. and learned Member provides evidence of comparison with a recommended price that is inflated and unrealistic, the possibility of a prosecution under the Trade Descriptions Act, 1968, can be considered.