HC Deb 05 May 1947 vol 437 cc21-2
32. Captain John Crowder

asked the Minister of Food if he is yet in a position to make an announcement regarding an increase in the sweet ration.

Dr. Summerskill

No, Sir.

Captain Crowder

Would the hon. Lady bear in mind that, if she could increase the sweet ration, it would encourage people to cut down their smoking, and would be popular with the Chancellor of the Exchequer?

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