§ 14. Mr. Fisherasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what proportion of the food consumed in the United Kingdom in value terms is subject to agricultural levies.
§ Mrs. FennerLevies are charged on certain types of food commodities imported from third countries. These imports account for about one tenth of the total food commodities moving into consumption.
§ Mr. FisherDoes not that reply show that the Government's claim that the true cost to the consumer is about £300 million is somewhat misleading? Does she agree with Lloyds bank Bulletin last year that the real cost is about £3,000 million?
§ Mrs. FennerI do not know how the hon. Gentleman can determine the cost. It is not meaningful to assume a cost. We are in the European Community and we intend to make the CAP work.