§ 20. Mr. Foulkesasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from the National Farmers Union about his agricultural policy.
§ Mr. Peter WalkerI keep in close touch with the National Farmers Union on questions of agricultural policy and receive representations from it on a wide variety of matters.
§ Mr. FoulkesIs the Minister aware that, although farmers can normally be counted on to support the Conservative Party, the Cumnock branch of the NFU has passed a resolution condemning the Government's dismal performance in all aspects of agriculture? What will he do to gain the confidence of farmers in Cumnock?
§ Mr. WalkerThe resolution of the hon. Gentleman's branch of the NFU proves that the Labour Party's allegation that I look after farmers but not consumers is unfounded.