§ Mr. Wallerasked the Secretary of State for Trade if he has any plans to implement section 19 of the Weights and Measures Act 1979 by making the necessary commencement order.
§ Mrs. Sally OppenheimNo. An order to bring into operation section 19 of the Weights and Measures Act 1979 would require that in measuring the quantity to be served, the gas comprised in any foam on beer or cider should be disregarded.
I have studied the considerable practical difficulties and the financial implications of implementing section 19 and, taking into account that there is little evidence of consumer dissatisfaction with the present situation, I have decided that I would not be justified in making an order at present.