HC Deb 25 March 1968 vol 761 c190W
Mr. Pounder

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government with regard to Recommendation No. 517 on farming in mountain areas which was adopted by the Consultative Assembly of the Council of Europe on 1st February, 1968; and if he will instruct the United Kingdom Permanent Representative in the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe to vote in favour of the proposals contained in this recommendation.

Mr. Mulley

This Recommendation is in line with Her Majesty's Government's policy for the hills and uplands which recognises that special steps may be needed in some areas to co-ordinate the development of agriculture, forestry and tourism and to improve public services.