asked the Minister for the Co-ordination of Defence whether he can now make a statement on the Government's policy with regard to food storage to meet any international emergency in which the United Kingdom might become involved?

I understand this question is to be discussed on a motion by the hon. Member for Rom-ford (Mr. Parker) next Wednesday.

Will my right hon. Friend remember that he is not asked to disclose details of his secrets in this matter, and can he now assure us that something is being actively done?

Perhaps my hon. Friend will await the Debate next Wednesday.

Can the right hon. Gentleman give us an assurance that there will be food to distribute, as we cannot eat bombs?