§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received regarding certain vitamins being included in flour; if he will publish in the Official Report the names of learned authorities who have made representations; if he will indicate in total the number of communications he has received in favour of such action and the number he has received which oppose such action; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John PattenFifteen representations have been received, all expressing concern about or opposing the proposal to remove the obligation to add nutrients to white flour. It would be a breach of confidence to publish the names and views of those who have commented. The proposal follows recommendations that the addition of calcium to all flours other than wholemeal and the restoration to white flour of iron, thiamin and nicotinic acid to the levels found in brown flour be no longer mandatory.