Scottish Beef (Hansard, 23 March 1999)

HC Deb 23 March 1999 vol 328 c131W 131W

§ 29. Mr. Brady
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the progress he has made in promoting Scottish beef. [76334]

§ Mr. Macdonald
The Government are making every effort in conjunction with the industry to re-establish the market for Scotch beef in Europe. My noble Friend the Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries in Scotland led a successful industry mission to Italy earlier this month. Italy was one of the best markets for Scotch beef before the export ban.
From 1 July 1999, this will be a matter for the Scottish Parliament.