HC Deb 26 February 1947 vol 433 c280W
Mr. S. Marshall

asked the Minister of Food at what date the increased ration of milk is to be allowed to householders; and whether he can see his way to augment the quantities previously allowed in view of the fact that canteens and factories are to have increased quantities.

Dr. Summerskill

The weekly allowance of milk to non-priority consumers will be increased as soon as supplies permit. When the non-priority allowance for domestic consumers was increased on 22nd December last from 2 to 2½ pints the corresponding increase in the milk allowance of non-priority catering establishments and industrial canteens was withheld. The recent increase in their allowance merely restores it to its normal relationship with the domestic allowance.