§ Mr. Hoyleasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what discussions he is currently engaged in with the EEC Commission on matters for which he is responsible; and, in particular, if he will give a detailed breakdown of each topic under discussion with special reference to EEC proposals, actual or envisaged, and their status within the Community's legislative machinery.
§ Mr. BishopMy Department's discussions with the EEC Commission cover a great number of legislative proposals. The major matters on which my right hon. Friend is currently engaged include the Commission's agricultural price proposals for 1979–80. He is also seeking to reach agreement on a common fisheries policy which safeguards United Kingdom interests. It is the practice of my right hon. Friend to report the outcome of Agriculture and Fishery Councils to the House at the earliest opportunity.