§ Mr. Sorensenasked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that, owing to unsatisfactory arrangements, considerable quantities of cocoa may be left on hand, and that exports to Scandinavia may be lost; and what action he is taking to avoid the necessity of Scandinavian purchasers securing supplies elsewhere.
§ Mr. W. S. MorrisonThe total crop of raw cocoa produced in British West Africa during the current season is being purchased by His Majesty's Government and is now being sold in the world markets. The hon. Member will appreciate that in making sales regard must be had to the exigencies of economic warfare and the demands of other commodities on shipping space. Quantities of raw cocoa226W sufficient to meet the normal requirements of Norway, Sweden and Denmark are being shipped to Scandinavian ports.