§ 29. Mr. BlizzardTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what plans she has to ensure the future sustainability of the fishing industry in England. [4704]
§ Mr. MorleyIt is a key DEFRA objective to promote the sustainable use of fish resources. We will do this in particular by improving the management of fish stocks1270W and by bringing the capacity of the fleet into better balance with fishing opportunities. We will play a full role, in partnership with the industry, in the forthcoming EU review of the Common Fisheries Policy and in further work on stock recovery plans.