asked the Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries why he is unable to give any information on the action taken by the Pigs and Bacon Commission in pursuance of research carried out by An Foras Talúntais into the production of and consumer demand for bacon and pork in forms other than Wiltshire sides; the cost to date of this research; and if he is satisfied that the money has been well spent.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Bacon and Pork Production.
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This is ongoing work by both bodies not involving direct action by my Department. I understand that it would not be easy to isolate the specific money cost to date but I have no doubt that the money was well spent by both bodies.