§ 98. Mr. Willeyasked the Minister of Food if he is aware that there has been a sharp increase in price following his decontrol of bananas; and what steps he now proposes to take.
Dr. HillYes, though some increase would have been necessary had control continued. In the great majority of cases the increase since decontrol has not been unreasonable, but there have been some individual exceptions. The marketing companies have taken action to deal with the situation. My right hon. and gallant Friend is watching the position closely.