§ 54. Mr. Manderasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether he will give an assurance that, in the event of carcase meat being curtailed, butchers will be permitted to take part in the handling of tinned meat to take its place?
Major Llayd GeorgeI am unable to give my hon. Friend the assurance he desires, but, in the event of carcase meat not being available at any time to fill the meat ration, it is my Noble Friend's intention to distribute canned corned beef, mutton and pork to butchers, as at present, to take its place.
§ Mr. ManderIs the Parliamentary Secretary aware that there is considerable anxiety among small traders and butchers, and will he give an assurance that their interests will be watched and safeguarded by his Department?
Major Lloyd GeorgeIf the hon. Gentleman will have another look at my answer, he will see that the point he has raised has been met.
§ Mr. Evelyn WalkdenWill canned pork and canned meat be sold by grocers or butchers?
Major Lloyd GeorgeAgain, I must refer the hon. Gentleman to my answer, which states that it is the intention of my Noble Friend to distribute canned corn beef, mutton and pork to butchers as at present.