HC Deb 07 February 1989 vol 146 c605W
Mr. Shersby

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he expects to complete his review of potato marketing policy; and if he will ensure that in relation to any proposals he makes for change in the existing arrangements, producers, users and consumers will be brought together to develop a strategy which ensures that the market need is met.

Mr. Ryder

My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State is now considering and evaluating the responses to the consultation document in September 1988, including comments on the suggestion that non-producer interests should be represented in market management decisions. We are not yet in a position to say when this process will be completed, but a decision will not be unduly delayed.