HC Deb 01 March 1948 vol 448 c3W
16. Mr. Rankin

asked the Minister of Food how much is being paid in freight charges for moving foodstuffs from English ports to Scotland by coaster, including chartered vessels, and by road and rail.

Dr. Summerskill

The movement of Ministry imports of food and feedingstuffs from English ports to Scotland during the 12 months ending September, 1947, is estimated to have cost £160,000.