HC Deb 25 November 2002 vol 395 c44W
Mr. Steen

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what the circumstances are that prevent Mr. Howlett of Dartmouth from qualifying for the suckler cow premium. [82842]

Alun Michael

The only apparent circumstance which may prevent Mr. Howlett from receiving Suckler Cow Premium Scheme (SCPS) payments is the availability of SCPS quota for the 2002 Scheme year. A producer who does not hold SCPS quota may acquire quota for his 2002 SCPS claim by transfer or lease during the 2002 trading period. This opened in June and will close on 6 December 2002.