HC Deb 25 January 1977 vol 924 c554W
Mr. Richard Wainwright

asked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection under what circumstances his Department seeks prices information dating back to pre-1938 in the course of inquiries with private businesses; what sort of businesses are likely to be involved; and how often this kind of information is sought.

Mr. Maclennan

I am not aware of any case in which my Department has sought such information from any private business.