HC Deb 20 May 1946 vol 423 c11W
85. Mr. Boothby

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether any steps are being taken to increase the manufacture of drift and seine nets in this country for the use of our own fishermen.

Mr. Belcher

Manufacture in this country of fishing nets, including drift and seine nets, is proceeding to the maximum extent possible, subject to labour shortages. As total production increases, that portion thereof allocated for home fishing will also increase.

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