HC Deb 10 December 1969 vol 793 c430
37. Mr. Eadie

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what increase in the price of food he estimates will arise from the increase in the price of fibreboard packing.

Mr. Hoy

Any such increase would be negligible.

Mr. Eadie

Would my hon. Friend agree that we are talking about a large-scale industry associated with food? Would he undertake that if any suggestion of an increase comes before him he will make sure that it is justified, and not merely an excuse for greater profitability?

Mr. Hoy

We would certainly look carefully at it. It would be covered by the early warning arrangements.