HC Deb 07 March 1949 vol 462 c85W
44. Mr. Mikardo

asked the Minister of Food what additions have been made since 1st May, 1948, to the retailers' margins for liquid milk; and what is the estimated cost of these additions for the present financial year.

Dr. Summerskill

The margins for milk retailers in England and Wales were increased by ⅜d. per gallon on 1st October, 1948, except in the London area, where the increase was ⅛d. per gallon. For the present financial year to 31st March, 1949, the cost is estimated to be about £800,000.