§ Mr. Freudasked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection how many duty-free shops there are in the United Kingdom; and if she is satisfied that the words "duty-free" is accurately describe the nature and pricing of the operation.
Mr. Alan WilliamsThere are 11 duty free shops in the United Kingdom. The words "duty-free" refer to the fact that the goods sold in these shops have not 73W paid duty. This does not necessarily mean that the prices charged reflect the full saving of the duty. The Director General of Fair Trading has, therefore, invited suggestions as to how explanatory information could be displayed to prevent consumers from being misled.