§ 21. Mr. Peartasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what inquiries he is making into support buying methods.
§ Mr. SoamesWe are constantly reviewing means of limiting the taxpayer's liability for agricultural support within the framework of our international obligations and our obligations to home agriculture. Support buying is, of course, one method that features in our studies.
§ Mr. PeartHas the Minister appointed any individual to make investigations? I am informed that certain individuals are doing this survey for the Ministry Can he give any information about when the report will be made?
§ Mr. SoamesThere axe many technical aspects to this. It is a matter of very considerable concern. Within the Department we are seeking the advice which we consider necessary to form judgments about these matters.