HC Deb 13 March 1946 vol 420 cc1104-5
75. Major Legge-Bourke

asked the Minister of Food if he intends reverting to the prewar arrangements regarding the marketing of fruit for jam-making, or to renew pre-emptions for the coming year to selected merchants.

Dr. Summerskill

Arrangements are being made again this year for the pre-emption of soft fruits for jam-making, on similar lines to those of last year.

Major Legge-Bourke

Will the hon. Lady say whether the merchants concerned are the same as last year?

Dr. Summerskill

Yes, Sir, the same licensed merchants will handle the business.

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