§ 50. Sir R. Glynasked the Minister of Food whether he has considered the unsatisfactory conditions under which retailers of perishable foodstuffs have to serve customers on account of the shortage of materials for wrapping up fish, meat, etc.; and whether he will assist retailers in obtaining returnable plastic containers for their customers' use on a deposit payment.
§ Dr. SummerskillMy right hon. Friend is aware of the difficulties under which retailers work, but supplies of wrapping paper are about 20 per cent. higher than at the end of the war and should be adequate for minimum requirements. I doubt whether returnable plastic containers would be welcomed by the public or whether they would always remain hygienic. However, I understand that supplies of plastic materials are sufficient to meet demands.