HC Deb 17 October 1973 vol 861 cc197-8W
62. Mr. Skinner

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what has been the percentage increase in food prices since June 1970.

Mr. Anthony Stodart

Between 16th June 1970 and 21st August 1973, the latest date for which information is available, the food index rose by 37.3 per cent.

Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (1) what action he has taken to review his policies in the light of the annual food survey published by his Department on 4th October 1973; and if he will make a statement;

(2) what further action he proposes to protect consumers in the light of the annual food survey published by his Department on 4th October 1973; and if he will make a statement.

Mrs. Fenner

The evidence of the National Food Survey will continue to be taken into consideration by the Govern- ment in the development of their policy for food and agriculture.