That was a hard decision, but I believe it to be right. Although the situation is tough, we would do far more harm than good by trying to keep the rates artificially high. I understand the other point that the hon. Lady made, and perhaps she will allow me to write to her about it. Will my right hon.
Friend confirm that contrary to what the hon.
How much truth is there in the reports that my local rendering plant in Exeter has been working at only 60 per cent. Given the terrible problems that we have had with carcase disposal, surely that is totally unacceptable. I do not think that the situation is exactly as my hon. Friend describes it, although I am aware of the reports. I have asked that the situation be examined, and if the plant is able to handle more work, which of course we have, we will send it to them.