HC Deb 20 January 1943 vol 386 c214
59. Mr. John Dugdale

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether he is aware that fish friers, whose shops are situated at a considerable distance from the nearest fish market, are often themselves unable to go there to buy fish; and whether he will consider inaugurating a system of Government distribution of fish from market to fish frier to replace the service previously provided by wholesalers?

Mr. Mabane

I am aware of this difficulty, and it has been found possible in the case already brought to notice to make arrangements for retailers who have facilities for bringing fish from the wholesale markets to collect and convey the supplies for neighbouring fish traders. If my hon. Friend will give me particulars of any other cases he has in mind I shall be glad to make investigations, to secure that any difficulties of distribution may be effectively overcome.