HC Deb 27 June 1950 vol 476 cc2093-4
45. Mr. Duthie

asked the Prime Minister whether he has now any statement to make on the white fish industry.

46. Mr. Edward Evans

asked the Prime Minister if he is now in a position to make a statement on the white fish industry.

48. Miss Irene Ward

asked the Prime Minister whether he is now in a position to make a statement on Government policy with regard to the future of the fishing industry.

50. Brigadier Medlicott

asked the Prime Minister if he is now in a position to make a statement regarding the white fish industry.

52. Mr. M. MacMillan

asked the Prime Minister whether he can now make a statement of Government policy in relation to the immediate difficulties and long-term problems of the white fish industry.

The Prime Minister (Mr. Attlee)

I hope to make a statement on this subject on Tuesday of next week.

Mr. James Stuart

Is the Prime Minister aware of the extreme gravity of the situation? Fish is being dumped at Moray Firth ports and urgent action is essential.

The Prime Minister

I am aware of that, and I am sure that the right hon. Gentleman is aware of the great complexity of this question.

Mr. Duthie

Will the statement refer to the increased cost of gear and operating expenses generally?

The Prime Minister

I cannot particularise the statement at the moment.