asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he is aware of the considerable fall in the price of fat cattle and sheep during recent months; if so, what steps he proposes taking in order to ensure that the consumer may benefit accordingly.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Cattle and Sheep Prices.
I am aware that in recent weeks the prices of prime cattle and sheep have fallen but I do not consider that the stage has yet been reached to call for a reduction in the controlled prices of beef and mutton. I am keeping the position under review.