§ Viscount DUNCANNONasked the Food Controller whether, with a view to effecting a considerable economy in the consumption of foodstuffs, he will now bring to an end the system of free buffets at railway stations which, however useful during the continuance of hostilities, do not now appear to serve any purpose which could not be equally well served by the existing refreshment rooms?
Mr ROBERTSFree buffets at railway stations are maintained by voluntary charitable organisations and not by any Department of State. The value of these buffets has naturally diminished with the cessation of hostilities, and I understand that the buffets are being closed gradually as the demand for refreshments at unusual hours is noticeably reduced.