HC Deb 31 January 1968 vol 757 c311W
Mr. Buchanan-Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what estimate he has made of the contribution which can be made by the hill and upland areas of Scotland to the saving of food imports following devaluation; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Buchan

The Government have taken, and will continue to take, account of the contributions which the hill and upland areas of Scotland can make to the saving of food imports and our balance of payments. This, and all other aspects of the position of the agricultural industry in the national economy, will be carefully considered during the Annual Review which begins tomorrow.