§ 21. Mr. Keelingasked the Minister of Food whether he can now announce any temporary increase in the ration of sweets.
§ Mr. StracheyYes, Sir. I have now completed the inquiries into the level of stocks held by the various sections of the trade, and as a result, I am able to increase the ration from 3 oz. to 4 oz. per week for the next rationing period only, that is, for the four weeks beginning 25th April.
§ Mr. KeelingIs the Minister aware that, owing to the delay in coming to this decision, some of the large quantities in stock have already become unfit for issue?
§ Mr. StracheyNo, Sir.