Oral Answers to Questions — Food Supplies – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 7 Ebrill 1948.
Mr Victor Collins
, Taunton
12:00,
7 Ebrill 1948
asked the Minister of Food when he proposes to issue licences to grower-wholesalers, for the marketing of early potatoes.
Dr Edith Summerskill
, Fulham West
About 10,50o such licences are already in existence, and applications for the new season are now being dealt with.
Mr Victor Collins
, Taunton
Is my hon. Friend aware that anxiety exists about applications for the new season? As these potatoes will be marketed six weeks hence can she give this matter immediate consideration?
Dr Edith Summerskill
, Fulham West
Yes, Sir. My hon. Friend's friend, Mr. Packer, has already received a form.
