§ 37. Mr. Lipsonasked the Home Secretary whether fruit forms part of the diet of prisoners in any of His Majesty's prisons?
§ Sir S. HoareAmple fresh vegetables are included in the diet, but the inclusion of fruit would involve a large addition to the cost and the medical evidence as to the effect on health of the present dietary is such that the Prison Commissioners have not felt justified in proposing this increased expenditure.
§ Mr. LipsonIf a governor of one of His Majesty's prisons were given a free supply of fruit at any time, would he be allowed to include that fruit in the prison dietary?
§ Sir S. HoareI will certainly look into my hon. Friend's suggestion.