HC Deb 19 March 1935 vol 299 c991
29. Sir ROBERT HAMILTON

asked The Secretary of State for Scotland whether it is intended to replace the chartered drifter, recently stationed on the west side of Shetland, which has been wrecked off Burravoe?

Sir G. COLLINS

The hired drifter which went ashore in Shetland on the 23rd February was immediately replaced by the chartering of another drifter, which has been on duty in Shetland waters since the 28th February.

Lieut.-Colonel HENEAGE

Can the right hon. Gentleman say what is the object of this new vessel?

Sir G. COLLINS

The object is to deal with illegal trawling.

Lieut.-Colonel HENEAGE

Has it been worth while?

Sir G. COLLINS

Yes. It has been amply justified.