HC Deb 30 March 1950 vol 473 c74W
118. Dr. Stross

asked the Minister of Food what number of industrial canteens are now provided in Stoke-on-Trent; and how many meals and snacks are provided per day.

Mr. Webb

There are 426 industrial canteens in Stoke-on-Trent which serve approximately 4,400 breakfasts, 37,000 main meals and 77,000 light meals daily.

Dr. Stross

asked the Minister of Food what number of industrial canteens are now provided in England and Wales; and how many meals and snacks are supplied per day.

Mr. Webb

According to the November figures, which are the latest we have, there are 26,388 industrial canteens, serving, on average, 425,800 breakfasts, 2,701,700 main meals and 7,923,700 light meals a day.