§ 36. Mr. Basil Nieldasked the Minister of Food if he will permit the increased allocation of sugar forthwith so that existing supplies of oranges may be used for marmalade making.
§ Dr. SummerskillNo, Sir. I have already announced the release of seven bonus issues of 1 lb. each for domestic preserving, and regret it is not possible to commence this increased distribution before the four-week period commencing 24th April.
§ Mr. NieldIs not the information of the right hon. Lady that there are large stocks of these oranges now available, many of which are being wasted because there is no sugar available, and cannot her Department, not give more sugar, but expedite the allocation of that which is coming?
§ Dr. SummerskillI think the hon. and learned Gentleman is wrong. There were large stocks, but there is only a small amount left now.