HC Deb 22 January 1969 vol 776 cc107-8W
Mr. Bruce-Gardyne

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what plans he has for discussions with overseas suppliers with a view to limiting imports of early potatoes into the United Kingdom.

Mr. Hoy

My right hon. Friend has at present no such plans. However, the leaders of the Farmers' Unions and the Potato Marketing Board have asked to see him about the possibility of restraining imports of new potatoes, and he will be meeting them shortly. My right hon. Friend will, of course, consider any suggestions they may put to him.

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