§ 41. Colonel Clarkeasked the Minister of Food if he is aware that there is still a shortage of domestic salt in certain parts of the country; and what steps he is taking to improve the supply.
§ Mr. StracheyI am aware that local shortages of domestic salt are still occurring occasionally, although the overall position has improved during the last few months. Packed salt production is at 125 per cent, of prewar. If the hon. and gallant Member has any particular area in mind where a shortage exists, I should be pleased to look into the matter.