§ 17. Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the latest situation in the fishing industry.
§ Mr. YoungerThe industry remains in difficulty and we are urgently examining the case for further financial assistance. We hope to make an announcement soon. The team of industry representatives and officials which we set up to look at allegations of illegal imports has begun its work and should report in a few weeks' time. Meanwhile, I am glad that the fishermen have heeded the advice of their leaders and returned to sea.
As regards the fisheries negotiations in Brussels, from which my right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and I have just returned, a statement was made after Question Time today.