To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will list the local authorities and voluntary organisations that have indicated a willingness to participate in the European Community free food scheme in the United Kingdom; and if he will make a statement.

[holding answer 18 March 1988]: I am currently considering applications for designation under the scheme received from a number of charitable and other organisations and from certain local authorities. I shall announce the list of designated organisations as soon as possible.