§ 38. Mr. T. Smithasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether, in view of the fact that in the present circumstances margarine of the superior quality cannot be obtained in some areas, he will consider the desirability of issuing only one grade of margarine of good quality, so that there may be equal treatment all round?
The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food (Major Lloyd George)No, Sir. The price of second-quality margarine could not be kept at its present low figure, if the special quality was withdrawn. Increased supplies of special quality are now available and should be obtainable everywhere. If my hon. Friend will provide me with particulars of areas where it cannot be bought, I will make inquiries.
§ Mr. WoodburnCan the hon. and gallant Gentleman tell us whether there is the same quantity of vitamins in both qualities of margarine, or is the lower grade deficient in vitamins?
§ Mr. Garro JonesThe Ministry have decided that all people should eat the same kind of bread; why should not the two grades be mixed and sold, in industrial areas, at the same price?
Major Lloyd GeorgeThe lower priced grade has been provided for those who cannot afford to buy the better quality at the higher price.
§ Mr. Garro JonesYes, but I would suggest that the time has come when we should all eat the same quality, for the national convenience.