Written question asked by David Nicholson (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 March 1997. It was answered by Lord Boswell of Aynho (Conservative) on Thursday, 6 March 1997 on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food

Question: If he will comment on financial support for hill farmers since 1992. - Inc figs. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. David Nicholson: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on financial support for hill farmers since 1992. [17559] Mr. Boswell: Expressed in real terms at 1992 prices, total direct livestock subsides to the less favoured areas, including hill livestock compensatory allowances, have gone up from £460 million in 1992 to an estimated £575 million this year, an increase of 25 per cent. This confirms the Government's on-going commitment to help farmers in the hills and uplands.

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