HC Deb 03 November 1998 vol 318 c559W
Mr. Maclean

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received on the present state of British agriculture; and if he will make a statement. [57664]

Mr. Rooker

[holding answer 2 November 1998]: We have received a large number of representations from a range of sectors currently experiencing difficulties. We are listening to the concerns made in numerous meetings and in correspondence.