§ 53. Mr. Peter Freemanasked the Minister of Food what was the total importation of dried bananas for 1946; and, in view of their great dietetic value and convenience of transport and storage, as compared with fresh bananas, he will arrange for the maximum importation in future.
§ Mr. StracheyImports of dried bananas during 1946 amounted to 1,074 tons, all from the British Cameroons. Imports under licence are arriving this year also. As a general rule the public much prefer to get bananas fresh.
§ Mr. FreemanCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether the importation during the present year will be greater or less than last year?
§ Mr. StracheyDried bananas—about double, we hope.