HC Deb 12 December 2000 vol 359 c591

Motion made, and Question put forthwith, pursuant to Standing Order No. 119(9) (European Standing Committees),

FISHERIES: TOTAL ALLOWABLE CATCHES AND QUOTAS 2001 That this House takes note of the Unnumbered Explanatory Memorandum of 28th November relating to the fixing of fishing opportunities for 2001 and certain conditions under which they may be fished; recognises that a number of fish stocks have fallen to particularly low levels; and supports the Government's intention to sustain stocks for the future, and assist recovery of those stocks which are in danger of collapse, while negotiating the best possible fishing opportunities for UK fishermen.—[Mr. McNulty.]

MR SPEAKER

I think the Ayes have it.

Hon. Members

No.

Division deferred till Wednesday 13 December, pursuant to Order [7 November 2000].