§ Mr. Deakinsasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (1) what proposals he has made for dealing with compensatory amounts for pigmeat during the transitional period, and in particular during 1973–74;
(2) which Common Market countries supported Great Britain in the recent discussions on compensatory payments for pigmeat.
§ Mr. Anthony StodartThe negotiations with our Community partners about this matter are confidential. I can, however, assure the hon. Member that my right hon. Friend is seeking arrangements which will be fair and reasonable for the United Kingdom interests concerned.