§ Mr. Spenceasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what steps he is taking to ensure that seed potato growers do not Jose commercially because of seed potato certifying officers working to rule; if he will make alternative and supplementary arrangements for inspection of the growing crop immediately; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WigginInspection of seed potatoes is being given priority whilst industrial action by the inspectorate continues. All possible measures are being taken including the posting of additional staff to the areas of greatest need.