HC Deb 15 January 1971 vol 809 c157W
Mr. Prescott

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what plans he has for the further use of the fishery protection vessel "Miranda" and her crew after she has finished her winter patrols in April, 1971.

Mr. McNamara

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what plans he has to us the trawler support vessel "Miranda" to support the fishing fleets in other areas after her present winter service on station off the north-west coast of Iceland.

Mr. Anthony Grant

The way in which the "Miranda" may be used in the summer is under consideration and both sides of the fishing industry will be consulted about it. The first priority was to get "Miranda" off to Icelandic waters for the winter and to gain experience of her operation.