§ Sir E. Findlayasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will make a statement on the policy of the Government towards the herring fishing industry for the coming fishing to enable the fishermen to begin the necessary reconditioning of drifters, nets, and gear?
§ Mr. ElliotI am not at present in a position to make a statement, but the Government have the condition of the herring industry under close consideration and appreciate the desirability of giving all information available as soon as possible.