Brian O'Shea
Question:65 Mr. O'Shea asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food when the report of the beef task force will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13591/99]
Written Answers. - Beef Sector.
The beef task force has not yet completed its deliberations. When I established the task force last November I asked for a strategic plan of action to be drawn up to deal with the major obstacles impeding the future development of the beef sector. I understand that considerable progress has been made by the group under the chairmanship of the secretary general of my Department and I expect the report to be concluded shortly.