§ 58. Mr. John Hayasked the Minister of Food whether he is satisfied with the arrangements made for the issue of ration books at Littlemore, Oxfordshire; and what was the reason for the delay in commencing the issue on 17th April.
§ Mr. WebbYes, Sir. The arrangements are very similar to those which operated satisfactorily last time. I am assured that the distribution centre was opened at the advertised time.
§ Mr. HayIs the Minister aware that the advertised time was half an hour later than had previously been stated, and that people were kept waiting there half an hour in the pouring rain?
§ Mr. WebbOn the question of the opening, that is contrary to my advice. On the general fact of the waiting time, I am advised that it was less than half an hour at any time during the day.