§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Trade, following his statement 716W to the House on 14th May, what initiative he has taken to reach an international commodity agreement on tea.
§ Mr. DeakinsThe United Kingdom has consistently expressed its support for an international tea agreement which takes account of the interests of producers and consumers. We expect to play a full part in the work of the Intergovernmental Group on Tea when it meets under the auspices of the FAO at the end of this year.