§ Mr. Corrieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland from what date the new calf subsidy will apply in Scotland; and if he will arrange for a back-dated payment to be made to calves punched last autumn.
§ Mr. William RossSubject to parliamentary approval it is intended that the increased rate of payment should apply to calves born on or after 30th October 1973.
§ Mr. Corrieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what will be the total annual increase in payments arising from the new £10 calf subsidy in Scotland.
§ Mr. William RossThe increase in a full year would amount to about £7 million on the basis of certifications at the current level in Scotland.