HC Deb 18 July 1979 vol 970 cc704-5W
Mr. Rowlands

asked the Lord Privy Seal what aid he is giving to the new development of the banana industry in Belize; and whether he will consider further aid projects for the development of roads and infrastructure to develop this industry.

Mr. Neil Marten

Her Majesty's Government provided £98,000 for the rehabilitation of existing plantations following hurricane " Greta " in September 1978.

Aid for the expansion of the banana industry is being sought from other sources. If this expansion goes ahead and funds can be found within the British aid programme for Belize, we should be prepared to consider providing some of the infrastructure needed by the industry.