§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what consultations he has had with the horticultural industry in Scotland in the last year; and when he next plans to consult the industry on contemporary matters.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythIn the last year the Scottish Office Agriculture and Fisheries Department has had consultations with the industry on a number of issues such as research and development, the impact of imports from eastern Europe on the soft fruit sector and the introduction of a statutory certification scheme for raspberry canes. My right hon. Friend has no plans at present for further consultations but regular contact with the industry will be maintained.