HC Deb 24 June 1963 vol 679 cc110-1W
Mr. C. Johnson

asked the Lord Privy Seal what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government towards Recommendation 361, adopted by the Consultative Assembly of the Council of Europe on 10th May, 1963, relating to action by the Council of Europe in the matter of world food problems; and what action Her Majesty's Government has taken, or proposes to take, in regard to it.

Mr. Heath

Recommendation 361 is currently under consideration by the Committee of Ministers' Deputies at Strasbourg and has not yet been officially communicated to member Governments of the Council of Europe.

Her Majesty's Government have already given proof of their support of the World Food Programme by pledging a substantial contribution, although the United Kingdom is a net importer of food.