§ Mr. Ovendenasked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection what plans he has for further references to the Price Commission.
§ Mr. HattersleyI have asked the Price Commission to examine and report on the prices, costs and margins in the importation, processing and distribution of coffee. I have received a number of letters concerning the price of coffee, particularly the wide variations in prices between different shops, and I should like the Price Commission to report to me on the facts. The decision to make this reference does not imply that prices are unjustified or that there is evidence of profiteering.