HC Deb 01 March 1944 vol 397 cc1419-20
42. Mr. Turton

asked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that the village of Stillington, near Easingwold, which had two fried fish shops before the war, has had no such facilities in recent years; and whether he will now review his decision refusing to a grant a fish-frying licence to Mr. George Manson.

The Minister of Food (Colonel Llewellin)

The two fried fish shops to which my hon. Friend refers were closed over four years ago. I regret that the shortage of fish under war conditions precludes the grant of new licences in circumstances such as these.

Mr. Turton

In making his decision, has my right hon. and gallant Friend consulted the local food officers and the local authorities?

Colonel Llewellin

This matter has been before the Department on two or three occasions previously and I am only confirming the decision made by my predecessor.

Mr. Turton

Will my right hon. and gallant Friend answer my question? Has he consulted the local authorities and the local food officers?

Colonel Llewellin

Yes, Sir.

Mr. Bowles

What is the fish-fryer supposed to do with the surplus fat, when he has not got any fish?