HC Deb 14 March 1973 vol 852 c357W
Mr. Loveridge

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will ensure that lorries carrying fresh foods, such as lettuces, are given fast clearance without undue documentation during the period of the Customs and Excise go slow at Dover and other ports so that these foods are not spoiled by delay on the way to market.

Mr. Higgins

I understand that the clearance of perishable goods at Dover, for which there are standard procedures, is proceeding without undue delay. But if my hon. Friend will send me full details of any particular case he has in mind I will look into it.

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