§ 25. Mr. Pollockasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is his assessment of the future of the pig industry in Scotland; and if he will make a statement.
§ 26. Mr. Mylesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a study of the capacity of the bacon curing industry in relation to pig production in Scotland; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. YoungerI am well aware of the very great problems confronting the pig industry, particularly in the North-East of Scotland. I am very concerned about the serious effects which closure of the pig slaughtering and bacon curing facilities at Lawson's factory at Dyce will have on employment and the farming industry in the North-East. The Government are in close touch with the situation, and my noble Friend the Minister of State is meeting interested parties tomorrow for discussions.