HC Deb 11 July 1975 vol 895 cc298-9W
Mr. Russell Johnston

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what recent consultations his Department has had with members of the Ceylon Association about conditions on British-owned tea estates in Sri Lanka; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Deakins

My right hon. Friend met representatives of the Ceylon Association on 30th May, and further discussions are taking place with officials of my Department. These discussions are concerned with conditions on the tea estates in Sri Lanka, with particular reference to the recommendations in the report prepared by the group of hon. Members under the chairmanship of my hon. and learned Friend the Member for Warrington (Mr. Williams) and to the tea companies' ability to implement them.