HC Deb 21 October 1981 vol 10 c147W

Mr. McQuarrie asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he will be in a position to announce the rates for the hill and livestock compensatory allowances for the current year; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith:

A review of economic conditions in the hill livestock sector is now being carried out in consultation with the farmers unions. The outcome will be announced as soon as possible.