Motion · S1M-01562 · 17 Jan 2001

Less Favoured Area Scheme

Lodged by Mr Duncan Hamilton Standard Motion 14 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament notes with concern the detrimental impact that the Less Favoured Area Scheme will have on beef and sheep farming; acknowledges that by the end of the three year transition period the majority of farmers will see their incomes drastically cut; notes that in some areas the National Farmers’ Union estimates that over 80% of farmers will be worse off under this scheme; recognises the unavoidable extra costs associated with farming in peripheral areas, and calls upon the Scottish Executive to implement a secure funding package which will ensure the sustainability of beef and sheep farming.

Supporters (14)

Shona Robison 18 Jan 2001
Adam Ingram 22 Jan 2001
Gil Paterson 22 Jan 2001
Mr Lloyd Quinan 22 Jan 2001
Fergus Ewing 23 Jan 2001
Fiona Hyslop 23 Jan 2001
Alex Neil 23 Jan 2001
Kenneth Gibson No Party Affiliation 24 Jan 2001
Richard Lochhead 24 Jan 2001
Alasdair Morgan 24 Jan 2001
Michael Russell 24 Jan 2001
Christine Grahame 26 Jan 2001
Dr Winnie Ewing 30 Jan 2001
John Farquhar Munro 2 Feb 2001

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.