§ 63. Mr. John E. Haireasked the Minister of Food what is the present rate of production of milk bottles; and what is the unsatisfied demand.
§ Dr. SummerskillThe total production of milk bottles for six months to 28th June last was 644,777 gross, showing an average weekly rate of production of 24,799 gross. I am informed that there is no unsatisfied demand at present. If, however, my hon. Friend knows of any particular case of local shortage and will give me particulars, I shall be happy to look into it.
§ Mr. HaireDoes my hon. Friend realise that in my constituency I am told there is a delay in some cases of as much as two years, and will she look into it?
§ Dr. SummerskillCertainly.
Mr. BaldwinIn view of the terrific losses of milk bottles and the unnecessary waste is it not about time that milk producers were entitled to charge for milk bottles?
§ Dr. SummerskillNo, we are not prepared to penalise the housewives.