§ 44. Mr. Grimondasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what arrangements have at present been made for the disposal of the Lerwick herring catch this summer.
§ Mr. J. StuartSubject to supply and the negotiation of satisfactory prices, the Herring Industry Board factory will be used to capacity for kippering and quick freezing; and, as in previous years, the Board hope to make arrangements for the curing of all available herring of suitable quality. I am informed that a klondyking firm intend to operate at Lerwick; and the Board will buy surplus herring for reduction to oil and meal.
§ Mr. GrimondCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether there is any un certainty about the klondyking and the curing? I missed the earlier part of his answer, so I am not sure whether this is a pious hope or whether he has some feeling of security about it?
§ Mr. StuartIt depends on the conditions and the hopes of disposing of the catch but, all being well, it is the intention of the klondyking firm to operate at Lerwick, and I hope they will do so.