Horticultural Industry (Packing Materials)

Oral Answers to Questions — Trade and Commerce – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 10 July 1947.

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Photo of Mr George Jeger Mr George Jeger , Winchester 12:00, 10 July 1947

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware of the importance of packing materials for the horticulture industry; and whether supplies of cellophane will be made available for wrapping and protecting various fruits and vegetables.

Photo of Sir Stafford Cripps Sir Stafford Cripps , Bristol East

Within the limited supplies which are available, it is open to cellulose film manufacturers to provide what quantity they can for wrapping fruit and vegetables.

Photo of Mr George Jeger Mr George Jeger , Winchester

Would my right hon. and learned Friend mind repeating the answer? I could not hear a single word of it.

Photo of Sir Stafford Cripps Sir Stafford Cripps , Bristol East

Perhaps the hon. Member will read it in the OFFICIAL REPORT.