§ 52. Sir T. Beamishasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food with what countries other than New Zealand, Australia and the Republic of Ireland he is having discussions about voluntary restraint by them of the level of their cheese exports to the United Kingdom; when he opened discussions, showing each country separately, and when he intends to reopen them; and how long he estimates they will continue.
§ Mr. John MackieMy right hon. Friend's discussions extend to all overseas suppliers sending significant quantities of cheddar and cheddar-type cheese to our market except for countries in Eastern Europe whose supplies are limited by quota, but I do not think it would be meaningful to list the dates of all the many meetings and communications involved. A statement on the outcome wil be made as soon as possible.