§ 74. Mr. G. Thomasasked the Minister of Education how long the schools of Monmouthshire have been without a supply of milk; what is the cause; and what action he is taking to see that the children are not allowed to suffer.
§ Mr. VosperSchools in Monmouthshire have been without milk since 1st October, owing to a dispute about supply below retail prices. The local education authority are still in negotiation with the local dairy trade, and in the meantime my Department are considering with the authority whether any substitute for fresh milk can be provided.