HC Deb 25 October 1954 vol 531 c228W
104. Mr. Steward

asked the Minister of Food what arrangements have been made for the closing of the London County Council's restaurants.

Mr. Amory

My predecessor decided that in the exercise of his statutory powers he could not authorise the Council to carry on beyond 28th February, 1955. The detailed arrangements for closing the restaurants are a matter for the Council.

109. Sir W. Smithers

asked the Minister of Food, in view of the fact that he has asked the London County Council to close their restaurants, what the total loss on the restaurants has been.

Mr. Amory

Since 1st April, 1949, losses on revenue account have amounted to £175,617. This figure includes some adjustments in respect of the period prior to 1st April, 1949. In addition there have been capital losses on realisation of premises and equipment of £98,883.