§ 26. Mr. Bill WalkerTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received about the European Union set-aside rules and payments for Scotland.
§ Sir Hector MonroSince the introduction of the arable area payments scheme my right hon. Friend and I have received representations about the set-aside rules and about payments from a number of organisations and individuals.
§ 32. Mr. Menzies CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement about the arable set-aside scheme.
§ Sir Hector MonroThe main purpose of the set-aside element of the arable area payments scheme is to reduce arable production in all member states. It therefore has an important role to play in meeting the objectives of reform of the common agricultural policy.