§ Mr. Welshasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has made regarding the proposed EEC co-responsibility levy; and what intervention he has made on behalf of Scottish dairy farmers.
§ Mr. Hugh D. BrownThe Government are opposed to the EEC Commission's present proposals, and in particular to the nature and extent of the intended exemptions which would unjustly penalise efficient producers. We shall continue to press our view on this matter in the Council of Ministers.
§ Mr. Welshasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what estimates he has of the 809W likely costs which will be incurred by the Scottish dairy industry should the EEC's proposed co-responsibility levy be implemented; and what steps he is taking in this matter.
§ Mr. Hugh D. BrownNo estimate can be made at present of the effect on the810W Scottish dairy industry since the EEC Commission has not made any proposal concerning the rate of levy which would be applied from 1 June 1979 if its co-responsibility proposals were implemented. The Government's opposition to these proposals will continue to be expressed in the Council of Ministers.