asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he is aware of the shortage of soap and soap powders at present; and if he will make arrangements to have the supply of these items increased.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Soap and Soap Powders.
I have been assured by the soap manufacturers that they are meeting in full the demands of their customers within the existing rationing limitations and, consequently, the public should not experience difficulty in obtaining their rations of these commodities. There is no possibilty of supplies being increased until the raw materials position improves and it is not possible to forecast when this will occur.