HC Deb 20 March 1917 vol 92 cc21-2
51. Mr. SUTHERLAND

asked the Prime Minister whether fishermen and those closely associated with the fishing industry are to be regarded as engaged in an essential occupation?

Mr. BONAR LAW

The importance of the fishing industry has always been recognised, and it appears in the list of certified occupations, a copy of which I am sending to my hon. Friend.