asked the Taoiseach the value of imports of (i) beef, (ii) dairy and (iii) horticultural products, including potatoes in 1980; and the estimated figures for 1981.

With the permission of the Ceann Comhairle, it is proposed to circulate in the Official Report a statement giving the available data.

Following is the statement:

Imports (£000)

*Does not include certain prepared foodstuffs which may contain beef (e.g. soups, broths etc.)

Will the Minister give the relevant figures for the three items referred to?

Beef and veal, £6,552,000; dairy products £15.7 million and horticultural products £83 million for 1980.

Has the Minister got the figure for potatoes separately?

No.

Will the Minister give the House the figures again?

For beef and veal, £6.5 million, dairy products, £15.7 million and horticultural products, £83 million.

I am aware that it is statistical information but it is interesting to learn that there are beef, veal and dairy products coming into the country to that extent. Has the Minister any further information on this?

This is a statistical question and if the Deputy requires further information he should table a separate question.

Does the Minister have the countries of origin?

No.

Questions Nos. 4 and 5 postponed.