§ Mr. McQuarrieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland (1) if he has any plans to meet the representatives of the Scottish National Farmers Union to discuss the situation in the pig and poultry sectors of the agricultural industry; and if he will make a statement;
(2) what representations he has received from the pig and poultry sectors of the Scottish National Farmers Union on the situation in these sectors of the agricultural industry and pressing for cheaper grain; and what has been his response.
§ Mr. John MacKayMy right hon. Friend has received a number of representations from the National Farmers' Union of Scotland on these subjects. Both my noble Friend the Minister of State and my right hon. Friend have118W recently discussed conditions in the pigs and poultry sectors with representatives of the Union. Various matters were covered in these talks, including the question of access to cheaper grain for incorporation into feeding-stuffs. While my right hon. Friend has no plans at present for a further meeting with the union, his officials are in frequent contact with them.