Bread Wrapping

Oral Answers to Questions — Food Supplies – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 14 June 1950.

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Photo of Mr William Taylor Mr William Taylor , Bradford North 12:00, 14 June 1950

asked the Minister of Food when, in the interest of public hygiene, he proposes to reintroduce bread wrapping.

Photo of Mr Maurice Webb Mr Maurice Webb , Bradford Central

My predecessor removed all restrictions on bread wrapping over eight months ago. It is now up to private traders, and I am glad to say that many of them are taking advantage of this freedom to sell increasing quantities in hygienic wrappers. I hope more of them will show initiative in this matter.