HC Deb 10 February 1943 vol 386 cc1319-20
62. Mr. Higgs

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food what part of their requirements the fish friers are now receiving; and whether he can make a statement on the whole question of this particular form of popular distribution?

Mr. Mabane

While it is not possible accurately to estimate current requirements of fish friers if fish supplies were unlimited, my Noble Friend is satisfied that, in the prevailing conditions of seasonal shortage, fish friers are in general receiving their correct share of the total supplies available. My Noble Friend fully appreciates the value of this particular channel of distribution and is giving it his closest attention.