HC Deb 25 June 1940 vol 362 c316W
Mr. Lindsay

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food what are the functions of the 20 district officers recently appointed in connection with the food publicity campaign and what qualifications are needed for such posts; and whether he is aware that these functions could be adequately discharged by local authorities in conjunction with voluntary and commercial concerns?

Mr. Boothby

The functions of the district officers are to assist in the promotion in local areas of the campaign for care in the use of food and sound nutrition. As regards the second part of the Question, my Noble Friend has sought the assistance of all existing organisations concerned with the subject. In view of the number of organisations and the need for securing rapid progress over the whole field, I feel sure that the appointments have been justified.