§ 73. Mr. Peter Freemanasked the Minister of Food whether he is aware of the shortage of leeks in this country and particularly in Wales; and why he has stopped all importation from other countries where surpluses arc available.
§ Dr. SummerskillMy right hon. Friend is aware that supplies of home-grown leeks are coming to an end and has under consideration the question of permitting imports from other countries. I will in form my hon. Friend of his decision as soon as possible.
§ Mr. FreemanIs the hon. Lady aware that all the wholesalers and retailers in Great Britain are having great difficulty in meeting the demand for this special and very delectable article of diet? Would she also consider the serious embarrassment caused to the prestige of the people of Wales by this limitation?
§ Dr. SummerskillI realise that, but unfortunately during the last year farmers were unable to get rid of their crops and have, therefore, used their acreage for other purposes.