§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection if he will now make a statement about the outcome of his discussions with opticians and manufacturers on the recommendations of the Price Commission on the prices of privately supplied spectacles and contact lenses.
§ Mr. MaclennanMy right hon. Friend is still engaged in discussions with the professional and other bodies concerned and has agreed to a request to postpone his original target date for their conclusion. He will make a statement as soon as he has finished his consultations.