Mr. Jacksonasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what information is available to him about trends in the proportion of shopping done in multiple outlets and small shops, respectively.
§ Mr. Kenneth BakerThe proportion of retail sales accounted for by multiple retailers rose steadily from 66 per cent. in 1976 to 69 per cent. in 1980, the most recent year for which figures are available. Recent monthly trends in retail sales for large and small shops are published inBusiness Monitor SDM 28.
Mr. Jacksonasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what analysis of consumer preferences he has undertaken distinguishing between considerations of prices and convenience of local shops.
§ Mr. Kenneth BakerThis Department does not undertake analyses of consumer preferences, as it has no need for this information.