HC Deb 09 April 1976 vol 909 c342W
Mr. Nicholas Winterton

asked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection when she intends to phase out the subsidy on butter.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

I am reviewing the current level of the butter subsidy and will make an announcement as soon as possible. I have no date planned for the termination of the subsidy.

Mr. Nicholas Winterton

asked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection what will be the average rise in the price of butter following the removal of Government food subsidies.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

The butter subsidy is at present equivalent to about 11p per lb. at the retail level.