HC Deb 23 January 1989 vol 145 c431W
Mr. Martyn Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has had from farming unions in Wales on the recent statement on compensation for egg producers.

Mr. Wyn Roberts

None.

28. Sir Raymond Gower

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what is his latest information regarding the level of egg production in Wales; and what variations have occurred in the past two months.

Mr. Wyn Roberts

315 million eggs were produced in Wales for human consumption in 1987. Prior to the recent disruption of the market, it was expected that 1988 production would be about 339 million. No information is yet available concerning recent fluctuations.