asked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware that hardship is being caused owing to the shortage in shops of cotton wool and sanitary towels; and what steps are being taken by his Department to remedy this situation.

I would refer the Noble Lord to the reply which I have given to-day to the hon. and gallant Member for Chelmsford (Wing-Commander Millington).

the President of the Board of Trade if he will increase the supply of sanitary towels in the Cheltenham area, as the present shortage is causing hardship and is a danger to health.

I would refer the hon. Member to the reply which I have given to-day to the hon. and gallant Member for Chelmsford (Wing-Commander Millington).

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware of the shortage of sanitary towels in the London area and what steps he is taking to provide adequate supplies.

I would refer the hon. Member to the reply which I have given to-day to the hon. and gallant Member for Chelmsford (Wing-Commander Millington).