HC Deb 25 July 1977 vol 936 c20W
Mr. Hoyle

asked the Secretary of State for Industry (1) what proportion of the total sperm oil produced by the whaling industry is represented by the 8,500 metric tons imported in 1976; why it is increasing; and what steps are being taken to reduce it;

(2) if he will prohibit the importation of sperm oil; and what steps are being taken to find a substitute for sperm oil.

Mr. Cryer

I shall reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.