HC Deb 02 July 1987 vol 118 cc153-4W
18. Mr. Marlow

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he anticipates major reforms in the common agricultural policy.

27. Mr. Nicholas Baker

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement about the progress of reform of the common agricultural policy.

Mr. MacGregor

Major reforms have been achieved in the dairy and beef sectors, and significant further progress has just been achieved in the cereals and oilseeds sectors at the price fixing concluded yesterday. I shall continue to work for further reforms.

Mr. Favell

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on recent discussions with fellow European Economic Community Ministers on the funding of the common agricultural policy.

Mr. MacGregor

I shall reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.