§ Mr. MACLEANasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he has had under consideration any scheme for a more effective use of the fishery cruisers on the coasts of Scotland; and, if so, when he intends to make it operative?
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§ Sir G. COLLINSThe question of the most effective use of the fishery cruisers has been fully reviewed by the Marine Superintendent since his appointment, and his recommendations are being carried into effect. The whole position is under close and continuous observation.
§ Mr. MACLEANasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he can state the reason for the "Explorer" and the fishery cruisers "Freya" and "Brenda" being in Leith harbour together on Saturday, 7th December; and whether any other cruisers were taking the place of the "Brenda" and the "Freya" on their patrol ground, the East Coast of Scotland?
§ Sir G. COLLINSThe fishery cruiser "Brenda" left Leith at 11 a.m. on the date mentioned after coaling and provisioning. The "Freya" arrived at the port at 10 a.m. on the same date for similar purposes. During the "Brenda's" two days in port her place was taken by the "Norna" or the "Freya." During the "Freya's" stay in port her area was patrolled by the "Norna." The "Explorer" is not engaged in fishery patrol duties. The reason for her presence at Leith was for contractors' inspection prior to refit.