Faroe Islands (Hansard, 13 January 1999)

HC Deb 13 January 1999 vol 323 c225W 225W

§ Mr. Laurence Robertson
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made to the Government of the Faroe Islands over its whaling policy; and if he will make a statement. [64838]

§ Mr. Fatchett
Denmark is responsible for the whaling policy of the Faroe Islands. While I have made no representations to Denmark, we have made plain the widespread public concern about the humane treatment of all cetaceans. We will ensure that this issue is addressed at the next meeting of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) to be held in Grenada in May.