HC Deb 30 July 1947 vol 441 c51W
52. Mr. Hurd

asked the Minister of Food if he aware that the extra ration of cheese and bread promised to rural building workers is being denied to those whose work is situated within two miles of a town, even though they have no facilities for canteens or packed meals; and if he will instruct local food offices to make these special rations available to all workers regularly employed on building work in rural areas.

Dr. Edith Summerskill

I am aware that this condition is being applied and regret that I cannot agree to waive it. It is necessary for the purpose of this concession to distinguish rural from urban building workers and any line that is drawn must appear arbitrary to some workers.