§ Mr. Wallaceasked the Secretary of State for Scotland which Scottish Office Ministers attended the European Council of Agriculture Ministers at its meetings (a) over the weekend 10 to 12 March and (b) on 16 to 18 March.
§ Mr. John MacKayNo Scotish Office Minister attended either Council.
My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State was, however, kept in close touch with progress at these Councils by Scottish Office officials accompanying my right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture, who normally represents the United Kingdom Government on these occasions.