§ Mr. McQuarrieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he will discuss with the Scottish National Farmers Union the situation in the pig and poultry sectors of the farming industry; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John MackayMy right hon. Friend had informal discussions with the president of the Scottish National Farmers Union and with several of his office bearers in the course of the last few days, on these subjects, as well as on other areas of concern to them. My right hon. Friend the Minister of State has also met the president of the Scottish National Farmers Union and held a discussion on these subjects. These form part of a continuing dialogue and my right hon. Friend does not consider any statement necessary at this point.