HC Deb 15 May 1950 vol 475 cc842-3
37. Sir W. Darling

asked the Minister of Food what proportion of "Food Facts" and other Departmental advertising is devoted to recommending home-produced foods and imported foods, respectively.

Mr. Webb

During 1949–50 the proportions were approximately three for home-produced to two imported.

Sir W. Darting

Does the Minister think that that is a proper allocation of his advertising space, and should it not be his duty to encourage home-produced foods to a larger extent?

Mr. Webb

I think that on balance that is a fair allocation.

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