§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the income levels and prospects of hill farmers, in the light of changes in hill livestock compensatory allowances; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. CurryIncome levels of hill farmers were fully considered during the recently completed autumn review of economic conditions in the hills and uplands. I have nothing further to add to the reply given to the hon. Member for Meirionnydd Nant Conwy (Mr. Lloyd) on 10 December at column757.