HC Deb 30 July 1998 vol 317 c465W
15. Mr. Luff

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will assess the advantages of including in his departmental objectives the requirement for a competitive agricultural industry; and if he will make a statement. [51702]

Mr. Nick Brown

The development of a competitive, sustainable UK agriculture industry is in the interests of farmers and consumers alike. It is therefore entirely consistent with the increased emphasis we place on the needs of the consumer.