§ 60. Mr. Ronald Chamberlainasked the Minister of Food what effect the variation of subsidies to potato growers, as between January and February, is having in the matter of market supplies.
§ Dr. SummerskillNone, Sir. There is no subsidy payable.
§ Mr. ChamberlainWhile I appreciate the fact that I should have put down the words "fixed prices" instead of "subsidies," may I ask if the Minister is aware that there have recently been very serious shortages of potatoes in my constituency of Norwood, and does not she think that there is some connection between these shortages and the increase in fixed prices on 1st February?
§ Dr. SummerskillThe shortages in my hon. Friend's constituency can be attributed to the normal seasonal reductions in loading during Christmas.