§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he is aware of the concern felt by farmers in general and in Shorpshire and East Anglia in particular, at French and German farmers buying up British farms; and whether he will cause an investigation to be made to see what action can be taken to prevent this in the interest of the fanning community.
§ Mr. Peter MillsMy right hon. Friend is aware that some local concern has been expressed over reports of recent purchases of farms by foreign nationals. There is no evidence of large scale buying and he sees no case for an investigation.92W what was the annual amount spent on agriculture in Wales in 1964, 1970 and 1971 out of public funds, with also the per head of population figure for England and Wales.
§ Mr. PriorThe following information relates to estimated expenditure on farming grants and subsidies.