§ Dr. GodmanTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions have been held with the representatives of local fishermen concerning the establishment of a degaussing range, for use by Trident submarines, near Kilcreggan at Barons point; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonThe degaussing range at Barons point was selected after a major study of possible locations in the Upper Clyde and proved to be the only site to meet all the required parameters.
The Clyde Fishermen's Association (CFA) was not consulted during the early discussions in 1989 to consider the proposals to lay a degaussing range at Barons point. However, it is now our practice to consult the CFA on matters affecting fishing in the Clyde.