HC Deb 05 July 1944 vol 401 c1166W
Mr. Mainwaring

asked the Minister of Food what are the factors deemed to justify the much higher prices charged for fancy breads as against the ordinary quartern loaf.

Colonel Llewellin

The price of fancy breads is influenced by the higher costs of ingredients and manufacture as compared with ordinary bread.

Mr. Mainwaring

asked the Minister of Food if he will take steps to remove the discontent that exists amongst bakers in regard to the high prices charged for fancy breads and the undue exploitation alike of the working bakers and the consuming public.

Colonel Llewellin

I am not aware of the discontent to which my hon. Friend refers. If, however, he will supply me with particulars, I will make inquiries.