HL Deb 30 June 1999 vol 603 cc34-5WA
Lord Inglewood

asked Her Majesty's Government:

How much residual cash from the Milk Marketing Board is being retained; and when it will be distributed finally. [HL3155]

Lord Donoughue

The Residuary Milk Marketing Board is currently holding around £30 million against as yet unquantified liabilities. Any remaining surplus will be paid out to qualifying producers on the final liquidation of the board, which will take place in accordance with the Milk Marketing Board (Residuary Functions) Regulations 1994 as soon as the board has been able to discharge its responsibilities.