HC Deb 24 October 1985 vol 84 c234W
Mr. Bruce

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will increase the amount and ensure prompt payment of hill livestock compensation allowances in the light of this season's harvest outturn.

Mr. John MacKay

This year's annual review of farming in the hills and uplands is in progress. Rates of HLCA will be determined in the light of the review, which will take all relevent factors into account. The allowances will be paid as speedily as circumstances allow.