§ 1. Mr. Chichester-Clarkasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what was the volume and value of milk products imported into the United Kingdom from the Republic of Ireland in the years 1968, 1969 and 1970 to the latest convenient date.
§ The Minister for Trade (Mr. Michael Noble)63,000 tons; 61,000 tons; and, in January to September 1970, 58,000 tons. The corresponding values were £17 million. £16 million and £15 million.
§ Mr. Chichester-ClarkIs there not now a strong case for an immediate levy on milk products coming from all countries, to give a stimulus to farmers in this country and, in particular, to the hard-pressed farmers of Northern Ireland, for example, in the production of butter?
§ Mr. NobleMy hon. Friend should address the question of levies to my right right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. I agree with him that a stimulus is needed.