Chocolates And Sweets

30.

Sir I. Fraser
asked the Minister of Food what measure of control his Department now exercise over the distribution of chocolates and sweets.

Mr. Strachey
Distribution is primarily in the hands of the trade, but my Department licenses manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers, and is represented on the industry's distribution committee.

31.

Sir I. Fraser
asked the Minister of Food whether, in view of the heavy de----------------------------
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mand for chocolates and sweets, which has followed de-rationing, he is prepared to give manufacturers an increased allocation of sugar and other ingredients.

Mr. Strachey
We have already substantially increased the allocations of sugar and other essential ingredients in anticipation of the heavier demand.