HC Deb 07 February 1940 vol 357 c215
59. Mr. Ridley

asked the Minister of Food whether he is satisfied that the abattoir at Chesterfield is serving satisfactorily the area and population at present allocated to it, and, if not, what steps he proposes to take to remedy the position?

Mr. Morrison

The plan of control has not been in operation sufficiently long to enable a final conclusion to be reached as to whether the Chesterfield abattoir is adequately serving the needs of the area and population at present allocated to it. Weather conditions have added to the difficulties of the initial period. The abattoir was, however, carefully selected having regard to the needs of the area, and I have no reason to think that it will not serve them satisfactorily.

Mr. Ridley

As there have been grave local difficulties, will the right hon. Gentleman give this matter special consideration?

Mr. Morrison

Yes, I will gladly consider it.