§ Mr. Ron Lewisasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what action the Government are proposing to take under the Counter-Inflation Bill in view of the fact that firms buying the Carlisle and District State Management Scheme are proposing to raise the beer prices by up to five old pence per pint of beer.
§ Mrs. FennerAny price increases during the present standstill must conform with the requirements of the Counter-Inflation (Temporary Provisions) 27W Act 1972. Price increases after 28th April will be a matter for the Prices Commission under the powers contained in the Counter-Inflation Bill.