§ 19. Mr. J. Hallasked the Minister of Food what arrangements he is making for the next issue of ration books.
§ Major Lloyd GeorgeNew ration books will be issued between 17th of April and 7th of May at special distribution centres. The arrangements will be similar to those which, I understand, worked well last year.
§ Mr. HallWhat action does the right hon. and gallant Gentleman intend to take to prevent the abuse of the rationing system, through the abolition of identity cards?
§ Major Lloyd GeorgeWe went into that matter very carefully because we are very much affected as a Ministry, and we are satisfied that the steps which we have taken will be sufficient to prevent any abuse.
§ Mr. LewisWill the Minister give an assurance that there will be a general increase in all rations in accordance with the Tory Party's Election promises?
§ Mr. Raymond GowerWill my right hon. and gallant Friend say that no proof of identity will be required apart from the production of the identity card number, which people know?