§ 2. Sir J. Duncanasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he intends to introduce the legislation to implement the undertakings in the Agricultural Price Review regarding winter keep and permanent grassland improvement.
§ The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (Mr. Christopher Soames)I regret that I cannot yet say when it will be possible to introduce this legislation.
§ Sir J. DuncanDoes my right hon. Friend realise that, although this will be United Kingdom legislation, it is of paramount importance to Scotland and that its necessity is increased by the fact that the present M.A.P. regulations will be finished by 31st December?
§ Mr. SoamesYes, Sir. I am fully seized of that point, but my hon. Friend will understand that I cannot make forecasts about the timing of legislation.