HC Deb 14 April 1954 vol 526 cc1113-4
3. Captain Duncan

asked the Minister of Food whether he is now in a position to say what arrangements he has made for the future operation of Recommissioned Mills Limited.

Dr. Hill

Not yet, for the arrangements are not yet completed under which Recommissioned Mills will operate next year.

Captain Duncan

Is my hon. Friend aware that to deal with the modern type of harvesting, it is very important that someone should know who will be in charge of the Recommissioned Mills early next autumn?

Dr. Hill

My hon. Friend will recall the announcement of my right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture that the Ministry of Food will operate the Recommissioned Mills in the year 1954–55. Some differences exist as to the detailed methods to be adopted, and they are now the subject of consultation.