asked the Minister of Food whether he is now in a position to announce any increase in the sweet ration; and when he anticipates that it will be possible to discontinue rationing.

asked the Minister of Food if he is now in a position to make a statement on the question of increasing the sweet ration; and when he expects to discontinue rationing.

My right hon. Friend has decided to increase the sweet ration from 5 to 5½ oz. a week from the beginning of the next rationing period on 25th February. I cannot forecast when it will be possible to discontinue rationing.