§ Mr. Bishopasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, in the light of the forecast given in Professor Bessell's report on the rundown of agricultural workers, a copy of which is in his possession, whether he will take steps to restore confidence to the industry; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GodberDr. Bessell's discussion paper does not say that agricultural workers lack confidence in the future of the industry. Furthermore, the progress80W of the industry described by my predecessor in the debate of 3rd November gives the clearest possible indication of the health of the industry and of those engaged in it.—[Vol. 845, c. 491–500.]