§ Mr. Adleyasked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection what was the relevant price of a small loaf of bread and a pint of milk in 1945, in 1950 and at the latest date.
§ Mr. John FraserInformation available indicates the following average retail prices. Comparable information for a small loaf is not available and the prices given are for a standard loaf.
Bread Pence per 1¾lb. loaf Milk Pence per pint 1945 1.6* 1.9* 1950 2.3 2.1 1978 (March) 24.1 12.5* * Equivalent prices for these quantities.