§ Mr. Geraint HowellsTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how many tonnes of beef have been imported from the Republic of Ireland during the last six months; what are the estimates for the next six months; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. CurryImports of beef and veal from the Republic of Ireland from May to October 1990 (the most recent six-month period for which figures are available) were 31,793 tonnes, down 7,523 tonnes (19 per cent.) compared with the same period in 1989.
631WThe level of imports from the Republic of Ireland will depend on a large number of factors, including developments in middle eastern markets.