§ 16. Miss McIntoshTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions he has had with the First Secretary on the impact of the level of the pound on farmers; and if he will make a statement. [130892]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyI have regular weekly meetings with the First Secretary and we discuss a wide range of topics. I understand that the majority of the agrimonetary compensation out of the total £10.6 million promised to Welsh dairy, beef and sheep farmers at the No. 10 Agriculture Summit on 30 March will be paid between August and December this year. We also are hopeful that the Agenda 2000 CAP reforms and the Rural Development Plan will enable Welsh farmers to achieve a sustainable agricultural industry.