§ 57. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Minister of Food if he will take steps to alleviate the points position in Aberdeen and on the North-East coast of Scotland during the winter, at least regarding vitamin supplying syrups needed by all, but especially by children; and secure that a greater quantity be made available in the shops of that area.
§ Dr. SummerskillThe North-Eastern Food Division of Scotland is receiving its appropriate share of all points rationed foods, including syrup. My right hon. Friend regrets that he cannot make special supplies available for this area only.
§ Mr. HughesDoes the hon. Lady realise that fresh green vegetables which produce vitamin "C" have a short season in the North-East, and will she bear that in mind in making allocations to the North-East?
§ Dr. SummerskillI was assuming that the hon. Member's Question referred to syrup.