HC Deb 19 July 1954 vol 530 cc975-6
40. Mr. Willey

asked the Minister of Food whether he will now make a statement on the procurement of bacon from Denmark.

Dr. Hill

Negotiations have not yet been completed, but I hope that talks will be resumed in the near future.

Mr. Willey

Does the hon. Gentleman realise that while there may be a very good case for reducing prices there is no case for reducing the amount, and that if, in fact, the amount is reduced it will result only in higher prices for the housewife because this is bacon which is at a good price from the point of view of the domestic consumer?

Dr. Hill

As negotiations are still proceeding I think it better that I make no comment.