HC Deb 02 May 1974 vol 872 cc518-9W
50. Mr. Bryant Godman Irvine

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what consideration he gave to the practice of the Sussex Cattle Society and other beef breeds to calve annually from 1st September, before he decided to increase the calf subsidy from 1st November; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Buchan

My right hon. Friend intends to lay an order before the House to increase the subsidy for calves born on or after 30th October last because that is the earliest date available under the legislation governing the current scheme.

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