HC Deb 24 November 1947 vol 444 cc243-4W
76. Mr. Spence

asked the Minister of Food what number of new licences has been granted so far during the current year for the manufacture of bread and confectionery; and what total quantity of rationed raw materials has been granted to the new licensees.

Dr. Summerskill

One hundred and forty-five licences were issued for the manufacture of bread and 100 for flour confectionery in the period from 16th January to 15th September, 1947. The total quantity of rationed raw materials granted to the licensees is not large but could not be stated exactly without a special inquiry of all the local food offices.

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