§ VISCOUNT FURNESSasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they are satisfied that the Press reports of March 21–22 of the relaxation of Regulations made under the State of Emergency, regarding the use of electricity in offices and shops and for display lighting, really reflect 1124WA the intentions of the Government; or whether, in the national and world interest in the conservation of energy resources, an appeal should be made to the public to maintain vigilance in avoiding the use of non-essential electricity.
§ LORD BALOGHMy right honourable Friend the Secretary of State for Energy when he announced on March 21 in another place the lifting of all remaining restrictions emphasised the continuing need for economy and appealed to all consumers to cut out waste.