HC Deb 19 December 1955 vol 547 c263W
112. Mr. Hurd

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food to what extent in quantity and value the purchase of surplus cheese from the United States of America has been authorised; and whether payment is being made in dollars.

Mr. Amory

There is a quota for £1.5 million for imports of natural cheese from North America for the year ending 30th June, 1956; this covers imports of cheese from U.S.A. as well as Canada and represents about 6,000 tons of cheese. So far almost all purchases under this quota have been of Canadian origin. Payment will be made in dollars.