HC Deb 30 March 1920 vol 127 c1080
73. Major ENTWISTLE

asked the Minister of Food if he is aware that in Hull and other fishing ports a serious shortage of ice is threatened in the summer; and what steps he proposes to take to secure the adequate supply of fish?

Mr. PARKER

The Food Controller is informed that there is some danger of a shortage of ice at the fishing ports during the coming summer owing to the fact that the importation of supplies from Norway has not yet been resumed. He is in communication with representatives of the fishing industry with regard to the matter.

Lieut-Commander KENWORTHY

In connection with the shortage of ice, is the need of refrigerating wagons for the transport of fish foreseen?

Mr. PARKER

I will ask that question of the Department concerned.