56. Mr. David Adamsasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether his attention has been drawn to the successful experiment in communal feeding now being carried out at Newcastle-upon-Tyne; and whether, in view of the beneficial effect of such feeding upon health and output, he is taking steps to secure its adoption in other key industrial areas?
Major Lloyd GeorgeYes, Sir. I have been informed regarding the community kitchens in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. My Noble Friend has already directed a letter to the Lord Mayors, Mayors and Chairmen of Urban and Rural District Councils throughout England and Wales and to the corresponding civic heads in Scotland, requesting them to do all in their power to set up as soon as possible community kitchens throughout the country.
Mr. AdamsAs the hon. and gallant Gentleman has probably seen this scheme in operation, does he not agree that it is about as ideal a scheme as can be devised?
Major Lloyd GeorgeI agree that it is a very good scheme indeed. I understand it was started about 20 years ago during the depression. I very much hope it will be copied.