§ 65. Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Food how much it cost his Department for each egg sold to the public through 163W packing stations in December, 1953, or as near to this period as will enable the position to be seen in its proper perspective; and the total cost.
§ Major Lloyd GeorgeThe cost to my Department in respect of each egg sold through packing stations during the four weeks to 26th December was approximately l.66d. per egg. The total cost of implementing the guarantee under the Agriculture Act during this period is estimated at £2.5m.
§ 68. Mr. Willeyasked the Minister of Food what amount has been paid this financial year by way of subsidy on the sale of eggs.
§ Major Lloyd GeorgeApproximately £8.1m. from 1st April, 1953, up to 26th December, 1953.