§ 56. Mr. Gibson-Wattasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what percentage of farmers in the area of Mid-Wales now designated to be a Rural Development Board Area have notified him that they are opposed to the setting-up of the Board; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. George ThomasI have been asked to reply.
Very few farmers have written to my right hon. Friend and me directly but we have of course taken note of the views conveyed to us by the Inspector who conducted the public inquiry. We are also aware of the opposition that has been expressed more recently on behalf of some farmers in the area though we have also seen favourable expressions of opinion on behalf of others. There will be full opportunity for discussion in the House when the Draft Order is laid.