§ Mr. Clark Hutchisonasked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs what action he is taking to assist the wool industry in the Falkland Islands, in view of the serious fall in wool prices; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WhitlockThe report of an economic survey of the Falkland Islands carried out last year made a number of recommendations to assist the wool industry in the event of a fall in wool prices. These recommendations are being considered by the Falkland Islands Government, and I am awaiting a report on the matter from the Governor.