HC Deb 02 August 1944 vol 402 c1385
56. Sir Henry Morris-Jones

asked the Minister of Food whether he will increase the ration of chocolate and sweets to the people in bombed areas.

Colonel Llewellin

I regret that the supply position does not enable me to do what my hon. Friend wishes. I have, however, given permission to local authorities to buy a reasonable quantity of sweets for distribution to children in emergency rest centres after an air raid.

Sir H. Morris-Jones

Does my right hon. and gallant Friend appreciate that chocolate gives great sustenance and comfort, especially to women and children and non-smokers, and, if he has chocolate to spare for other people, will he give it to our people now?

Hon. Members

Answer.

Colonel Llewellin

I regret that I could not hear my hon. Friend's question.

Sir H. Morris-Jones rose

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Mr. Speaker

I hope that we shall not have it all again.

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