§ 20 Mr. Strangasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received on the European Economic Community Commission's 1985–86 agricultural price proposals.
§ Mr. JoplingSince the Commission announced its proposals on 30 January, I have received representations from the farmers' unions in the United Kingdom. I anticipate receiving shortly representations from other interests.
§ 21. Mr. Deakinsasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he expects the European Economic Community Commission to make common agricultural policy proposals for the next year.
§ Mr. JoplingThe European Commission announced its proposals for CAP prices for 1985–86 and related measures on 30 January; the Council of Ministers (Agriculture) is expected to discuss these proposals at its next meeting on 25–26 February.