§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for Energy what is the difference between the maximum retail prices set out in the Schedule to the Paraffin (Maximum Retail Prices) (Amendment) Order 1976 No. 1840, and the market price of the product.
§ Dr. J. Dickson MabonAll retailers are free to sell at less than the maximum retail price, and in some competitive594W areas some outlets, particularly garages, do so. However, there is evidence that the retail price would generally rise if control were lifted.