§ Mr. JackTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food for what reason he decided not to attend the Countryside March on 1 March 1998. [32806]
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Dr. John Cunningham[holding answer 3 March 1998]: I had long-standing engagements elsewhere in Britain over the weekend.
§ Mr. JackTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food for what reason two Ministers will be attending the Countryside March on 1 March. [32808]
Dr. John Cunningham[holding answer 3 March 1998]: My right hon. and noble Friend Lord Carter and my noble Friend Lord Donoughue attended the pre-March breakfast to listen to the views of those participating in the March, and to emphasise the Government's clear commitment to the Countryside.