HC Deb 24 October 1939 vol 352 cc1171-2
1. Mr. Henderson Stewart

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is considering the conditions under which the winter herring fishing in the Firth of Forth will take place; and when he will be in a position to announce the decisions reached as regards area, methods of fishing, and prices?

The Secretary of State for Scotland (Mr. Colville)

This matter will be considered by the Departments concerned but I am not yet in a position to say when it will be possible for an announcement to be made.

Mr. Stewart

Will my right hon. Friend give an assurance that the importance of this fishing to Scotland will be borne in mind.

Mr. Colville

Yes, Sir.