75. Mr. Jegerasked the Minister of Food whether he has considered the advertisement, of which a copy has been sent to him, of a Yorkshire firm appearing in a Hampshire paper offering chocolates at 11s. for 2 lbs.; and whether he will now restore rationing of sweets to ensure that all who cannot afford to buy large quantities at high prices get fair shares.
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§ Dr. SummerskillWe have made inquiries and the prices advertised are those authorised by my Department. As regards the reimposition of rationing, I can add nothing at present to the reply given by my right hon. Friend on 22nd June to my hon. Friend the Member for Kings Norton (Mr. Blackburn).
§ 85. Dr. Broughtonasked the Minister of Food whether he will now take steps to ensure that a supply of sweets is available for every child.
§ Dr. SummerskillSo long as demand is in excess of supply I do not think we can do what my hon. Friend proposes except by the resumption of rationing.