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Mr. Barry Field
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has made to the European Commission on gas aid to horticultural growers in EC member countries.
Mr. Curry
The European Commission has recently decided to initiate legal proceedings against the Netherlands in respect of subsidised gas prices for Dutch glasshouse growers. We are giving the Commission full support in its efforts to ensure fair competition in the Community.
Mr. Barry Field
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received about gas aid to horticultural growers in EC member states.
Mr. Curry
Some representations have been received at official level. I am continuing to keep this area under careful review.