§ 35. Mr. Collinsasked the Minister of Food if he is aware that there is a prospect of a large crop of good quality home-grown lettuces; and if he will take this into account when deciding the question of licences for imported lettuces.
§ Mr. StracheyProspects for home-grown lettuces during the latter part of the winter season seem good. I do not think, however, that any imports of lettuces we may then receive will interfere with the marketing of the home-grown crop.
§ Mr. CollinsWill my right hon. Friend bear in mind the position that is likely to arise in May, in view of the fact that in 1946 similar conditions produced an over-great supply, and a considerable loss in food?
§ Mr. StracheyYes, Sir, we will certainly bear that point in mind.