Written question asked by John P Smith (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 November 1997, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 November 1997. It was answered by Win Griffiths (Labour) on Tuesday, 25 November 1997 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, what action he proposes to take to address the recent reductions in cull cow prices. - Inc fig.

Answer: Mr. John Smith: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what action he proposes to take to address the recent reductions in cull cow prices. [17046] Mr. Win Griffiths: The majority of cull cows go through the Over Thirty Month Scheme (OTMS). The Government will spend more than £300 million this year on OTMS compensation and disposal. Compensation rates, and the scheme in general, are kept under review in the light of new scientific advice, market movements and costs.

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