Farmers (Unpaid Moneys)

HC Deb 27 July 1981 vol 9 cc317-8W

Mr. Nicholas Winterton

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from the National Farmers Union regarding the value added tax refunds, unpaid grants and subsidies owed to farmers during the Civil Service strike.

Mr. Peter Walker

I have had an exchange of correspondence with Sir Richard Butler, the president of the National Farmers union, over the difficulties for farmers caused by industrial action in the Civil Service.

Sir Richard Butler has also written to my right hon. and learned Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer concerning value added tax refunds.