§ 64. Sir R. HAMILTON (for Mr. HENDERSON STEWART)asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether any Order has been made for the variation of the composition of the Herring Industry Board and what steps are being taken under the Order?
§ The LORD ADVOCATE (Mr. Jamieson)I would refer the hon. Member to the Order which was laid before the House on Monday providing for an increase from five to six in the number of members of the Herring Industry Board having special knowledge of the herring industry. This additional place on the Board will be filled by the appointment of a practical fisherman.
§ Sir R. HAMILTONCan the Lord Advocate give the name of the practical fisherman it is proposed to appoint?
§ The LORD ADVOCATEI am not in the position to do so just now, but the appointment is expected to be made very shortly.
§ Mr. LOFTUSWhat Ministers have to give consent before this appointment of this additional Scottish representative can be made?
§ The LORD ADVOCATEThe Ministers are the Minister of Agriculture, the Secretary of State for the Home Department and the Secretary of State for Scotland.