§ Mr. SwayneTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what recent discussions his Department has had with the Treasury regarding the proposed tax on pesticides; and if he will make a statement. [87292]
§ Mr. RookerMy officials have taken part in discussions with Treasury and other departments on various issues relating to the current consultation exercise on possible pesticides tax. As with all taxation matters, a final decision on such a tax lies with my right hon. Friend, the Chancellor of the Exchequer.