§ Mr. Ron DaviesTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what guidelines his Department has issued or proposes to issue concerning the siting of marine fish farms in England and Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Donald ThompsonMy Department has issued no such guidelines. However, marine fish farms require consent from the Crown Estate Commissioners. The commissioners have introduced consultation procedures for all applications which involve a range of national and local interests including conservation bodies. Discharge, navigation and planning consents may also be required from the appropriate authorities.