HC Deb 29 July 1974 vol 878 c26W
Mr. H. Boardman

asked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection if she will collect data concerning margins allowed to the distributive trade by manufacturers stating a recommended retail price for their products.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

No. Since recommended retail prices have no statutory force and are widely disregarded by retailers I do not consider that this would serve any useful purpose.