HC Deb 02 March 1971 vol 812 c377W
38. Mr. Farr

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he can yet announce his plans for changing from a deficiency payment system to a levy scheme for beef.

Mr. Prior

I am not yet in a position to announce details of our interim scheme for levies on beef imports, but I shall do so as soon as possible. This interim scheme will not of itself replace the deficiency payment system.