§ 52. Mr. Peter Freemanasked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that in the selling of chips it is frequently made a condition of sale that fish is also purchased; and, in view of the continued shortage of fats, will he take steps to prevent such conditions.
§ Dr. SummerskillAs has been said more than once in answer to similar Questions, fish and chips is so well known as a composite dish that my right hon. Friend does not think he would be justified in seeking to compel fish-friers to supply them separately.
§ Mr. FreemanIs the hon. Lady aware that prices are now about three times more than before the war, that the quantity is much less, and the quality very much inferior, which often accentuates these difficulties? Will she reconsider the matter?
§ Dr. SummerskillI should remind my hon. Friend that potatoes for fish friers have been cut by 40 per cent. and it would be inequitable if the small man had to supply a greater amount.