asked the Minister for Supplies if he proposes to increase the petrol ration to members of the medical profession at an early date, and if he is aware of the immediate necessity for an increase.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Petrol Ration for Medical Profession.
The ration of petrol allowed to members of the medical profession will be reviewed periodically in relation to the supply position and will be increased if, and when, conditions so permit.
Does the supply position at present not warrant an increase to the medical profession? There are rumours that there is plenty of petrol in the country. If that be so, the medical profession should get a share of it.
The allowance now given is the maximum which can be allowed in the present supply position.