HC Deb 13 July 1983 vol 45 cc381-2W
40. Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will encourage retailers to adopt a code of practice throughout Scotland in relation to the sale of certain substances to avoid the adverse consequences of glue sniffing and solvent abuse.

Mr. John MacKay

Retailers can, and do, play their part in restricting sales of dangerous substances, and the Government are willing to assist retailers in promoting voluntary restraint in any way feasible, including the provision of guidance if this is considered desirable.