asked the Minister of Food if he will arrange for the immediate withdrawal of ration cards from all men and women who indulge in unofficial strikes, or deduct the number of days on unofficial strike for the next renewal period.

No, Sir.

Is the Minister aware that in the Russian occupied zone of Germany there are notices, "No work, no food"; and unless that principle is applied here quickly, we shall all starve to death?

I am surprised at the hon. Member's desire to imitate Soviet practice in this matter. While not accepting this as Soviet practice, I would say that the suggestion that he makes in his Question would amount to the Government adopting these tyrannical practices of which he is very often, and, if I may say so, very unjustly accusing us.

Mr. Randall.

On a point of Order, Mr. Speaker. I respectfully submit that I have been attacked by the Minister. Is not the Minister aware—

I have called the next Question.

May I give notice that I will raise this matter on the Adjournment?