§ Mr. Maclennanasked the Minister of Transport (1) what representations she has received from representatives of the fishing industry in Scotland about the anticipated effect of the Transport Bill upon the costs of the industry; and what reply she has sent;
(2) what representations she has received to date from representatives of the agricultural industry in Scotland about the anticipated effect of the Transport Bill upon the costs of the industry; and what reply she has sent.
§ Mr. John MorrisWe have received representations from several fishing and agricultural interests in Scotland about costs arising from the Transport Bill. They have been carefully considered and we have explained how particular proposals fit into the freight transport policy. My right hon. Friend also gave an undertaking in the House on 20th December to consider whether and if so to what extent, the effects of the proposed abnormal loads charge could be mitigated on firms in development areas.