Oil And Fats (European Community Tax) 16. Mr. Flannery asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is the present situation regarding the intended European Economic Community tax on oils and fats. 39. Mr. Parry asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is the latest situation concerning the proposed tax by the European Economic Community on oils and fats. Mr. Wiggin No formal proposals have been put forward by the Commission.