HC Deb 07 July 1943 vol 390 c2090
50. Major York

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether he can give the numbers of milk distributing firms in business at 1st October, 1942, and 31st May, 1943, in the following or other convenient categories: depot proprietors, wholesalers, self-wholesaling retailers, retailers and producer-retailers?

Mr. Mabane

As the answer involves a tabular statement, I will, with my hon. and gallant Friend's permission, circulate it in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Following is tie statement:

efficiently and economically conducted, and if not will he take steps to have an inquiry?

Mr. Mabane

The hon. Member must bear in mind that this meals service operated for a considerable period during the heavy blitz.