§ 31. Lieut.-Colonel Liptonasked the Minister of Food what assurances he obtained from chocolate manufacturers before derationing that adequate supplies would be available to the public after derationing.
§ The Minister of Food (Major Lloyd George)None, Sir.
§ Lieut.-Colonel LiptonWill the Minister make it clear that in view of the widespread shortage of chocolate he is prepared to consider any evidence that may be supplied to him by members of the public and small shopkeepers, and will he invite them to submit such evidence to him?
§ Major Lloyd GeorgeThe hon. and gallant Gentleman knows that my offices are open to all members of the public at any time. So far, no one has taken advantage of this to make any complaint in this case.