HC Deb 24 October 1949 vol 468 cc94-5W
95. Mr. Piratin

asked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that the recent 22 per cent increase in the cost of bread is greater than the increase in the cost of wheat; and what is the reason for this difference.

Dr. Summerskill

No. The income from the increased prices for bread and flour almost exactly equals the increased costs of imported wheat and flour.