§ 59. Mr. Joynson-Hicksasked the Minister of Food how much milk is delivered weekly to suppliers for distribution to schools during term-time; how much is similarly delivered for distribution under education authorities' officers during the holidays; and what happens to the difference between these two amounts during holidays.
§ Dr. SummerskillThe quantity of milk delivered weekly to schools in Great Britain during term-time averages about 1,280,000 gallons. The quantities supplied during school holidays are not readily available but particulars are 129W being obtained and I will send them to the hon. Member as soon as possible. During holiday periods the milk not required for schools is used either to supplement the non-priority allowance or is manufactured into priority milk products such as milk powder for baby foods.