HC Deb 07 February 1949 vol 461 cc24-5
35. Mr. William Shepherd

asked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that imported U.S. cheese is not liked and is regarded as tasteless and unsuitable; and whether he intends to import further quantities of this foodstuff in view of the complaints.

Mr. Strachey

We already buy all the cheese available from home, Commonwealth and soft currency sources. But we need, in addition, all the United States cheese which we can afford in order to support the ration and the 12 oz. of cheese distributed to agricultural workers and others.

Mr. Keeling

Has the Minister considered, as he promised to consider, the suggestion I made last year, that this American imitation Cheddar could be made palatable if kept a few months before being issued?

Mr. Strachey

I will consider that, but we have to use supplies fairly currently for the ration.