HC Deb 19 February 1917 vol 90 c980
71. Mr. FELL

asked if a revised scale of rations for the workhouses of the country has been sanctioned to bring them within the scale laid down by the Food Controller; and if the amount of 8 lbs. of bread per week is still allowed for each inmate, compared with the 4 lbs. allowed to other persons?

Mr. HAYES FISHER

My Noble Friend is in communication with the Food Controller with regard to workhouse dietaries, and revised instructions will be issued at an early date.

Mr. FELL

As a great amount of interest is taken in this question by a large number of people, I hope that there will be no delay.

Mr. HAYES FISHER

We are awaiting the decision of the Food Controller, who unfortunately is ill.