HC Deb 22 November 1916 vol 87 c1420
73. Mr. DUNDAS WHITE

asked the Prime Minister whether he will give a day; for this House to discuss and express an opinion on the question whether it should continue permissible for foodstuffs to be consumed in the manufacture of alcoholic liquors?

The PRIME MINISTER

This matter was discussed to some extent in the Debate on food prices, and, as at present advised, I am not prepared to set apart a day for its further discussion.

Mr. WHITE

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that a Motion to that effect has been put down by a number of hon. Members of the House?

The PRIME MINISTER

Yes.