§ 2. Mr. ANDERSONasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that in various districts of London the 1785 price of milk has been advanced to 6d. per quart; that there is no scarcity of milk, and that these prices, whilst yielding high profits to farmers and milk vendors, are aggravating the problem of infantile mortality among the children of the poor; and whether the Government, by legislation or otherwise, propose to take any steps in the matter?
§ The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the BOARD of TRADE (Mr. Pretyman)I understand that the rise from 5d. to 6d. a quart is confined to certain districts in London. I am causing inquiries to be made as to this matter, and will let my hon. Friend know the result.