§ Sir R. Russellasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food to what extent the recent increase in the price of French brandy was due to elements for which he gave permission.
§ Mrs. FennerThe increases are entirely due to higher prices being charged by the French suppliers and changes in 163W the exchange rate. Since these brandies are not subject to any manufacturing process in this country my right hon. Friend's consent to the increase is not required.