HC Deb 25 February 1960 vol 618 cc83-4W
102. Mr. Warbey

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he will take powers to protect consumers against increases in the price of basic foodstuffs, such as butter and potatoes, during periods of temporary shortage of supplies.

Mr. John Hare

No. Price control could not relieve a temporary shortage. It would do nothing to increase supplies or improve distribution.

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