HC Deb 07 March 1918 vol 103 c2101
55. Captain WRIGHT

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether, before coming to a. decision to make use of the United Dairies Combine as the organised means of distribution of the milk supply, he will consult the Consumers' Council, representatives of the Agricultural Organisation Society, the Federation of County War Agricultural Committees, and the various municipalities?

Mr. CLYNES

Before deciding what action shall be taken with reference to the United Dairies Combine, the Food Controller will consult the Consumers' Council as well as other bodies whose advice is likely to be of value.

57. Captain WRIGHT

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food if, in view of the fact that many milk contracts terminate on Lady Day next and new contracts for the summer supply have to be arranged at a reasonable time before that day, he will now announce the terms of the proposed new Order, the prices for producer and consumer, and the margins for wholesalers and retailers?

Mr. CLYNES

The prices referred to by the hon. Member will be announced immediately.

Captain WRIGHT

Will the Order be issued immediately?

Mr. CLYNES

Yes.

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