HC Deb 28 October 1947 vol 443 cc81-2W
75. Sir G. Fox

asked the Minister of Food the function of the new fruit and vegetable marketing scheme; and whether he can give an assurance that in this matter he will maintain close consultation with the established organisations of wholesalers and retailers concerned.

Dr. Summerskill

The functions of the fruit and vegetable organisation were described in the announcement issued jointly by the Ministry of Food and the Agricultural Departments on 1st October. I am sending the hon. Member a copy of that announcement, from which he will see that any person or body wishing to make representations to the organisation is invited to do so. I am also sending him a copy of the terms of reference.