asked the Taoiseach if he will state the value of imported (a) beers, (b) spirits, and (c) wines in each year since 1950.

I propose, with the permission of the Ceann Comhairle, to circulate in the Official Report a statement showing the value (c.i.f.) of beers, spirits and wines imported in each year 1950-56.

Following is the statement:—

VALUE (c.i.f.) of beers, spirits and wines imported in each year 1950-1956.