§ 30. Mr. Chapmanasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will make a statement on his recent discussions about banana production with representatives of the Leeward and Windward Island Governments.
§ Mrs. WhiteThese discussions were concerned with the possibility of providing Colonial Development and Welfare support for the Price Adjustment Funds operated in each of the Windwards Islands in respect of exports of bananas to this country. A previous scheme for such support expired at the end of last April. Growers make payments to these funds when banana prices in the U.K. are high and receive payments when prices fall below a certain level. It was not possible to reach agreement on the scale of C.D. and W. assistance which would be made available. Her Majesty's Government's offer of assistance is still open.