HC Deb 18 December 1946 vol 431 cc1957-8
53. Mr. John Morrison

asked the Minister of Food what amounts of milk were supplied to schools in England and Wales in September and October, 1945 and 1946.

Mr. Strachey

In September, 1945, 3,355,000 gallons of milk were supplied to schools in England and Wales, and in October, 1945, 4,310,000 gallons. The estimated quantities for 1946 are 3½ million gallons in September and 4½ million gallons in October.

Mr. Orr-Ewing

Is the Minister in touch with the Minister of Education on this matter in order to discover how much of this milk is being drunk in the schools? Is he aware that there are disquieting reports on the matter?

Mr. Strachey

We are in touch with the Ministry of Education, who believe that the milk is not only being drunk but has a most beneficial effect.

Sir Henry Morris-Jones

Is it not a fact that milk is being delivered to schools on Saturdays, when the schools are closed?

Mr. Strachey

If the hon. Member will give me any examples of that happening I will gladly look into them.