§ Mr. Geraint Howellsasked the Secretary of State for Wales how much money was paid to sheep producers in Wales during 1979 through the guaranteed deficiency payment scheme for lambs and sheep; what were the corresponding figures for each of the last 10 years; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsThe amount of money paid in respect of sheep presented at certification centres in Wales during 1979 and the corresponding figures for each of the last 10 marketing years is as follows:
Marketing Year (April/March) Amount (£ million) 1968/69 0.80 1969/70 0.36 1970/71 1.35 1971/72 2.21 1972/73 0.28 1973/74 NIL 1974/75 1.39 1975/76 1.18 1976/77 0.03 1977/78 0.09 1978/79 0.01 1979/80 to 31.12.79 1.81(estimate) The guaranteed price for fat sheep will be reviewed this spring in the usual way.