HC Deb 13 March 1946 vol 420 c1104
74. Sir T. Moore

asked the Minister of Food what decision has now been reached by the Government in regard to reducing Service rations so that the rations of men engaged in the heavy industries may be increased.

Dr. Summerskill

The question of reductions in the home Service rations is still under consideration.

Sir T. Moore

During that consideration, will the hon. Lady bear in mind that the people of this country do not understand how it is that a young girl typing a few hours in the A.T.S. should have more food than a miner or a skilled worker?

Dr. Summerskill

I am fully sympathetic with the hon. and gallant Member's point of view.