§ 16. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs to what extent may German fishing boats now operate; 188W to what extent the supply of fish for Germany is increasing; what offers of fish from other countries to the British Zone have been refused; and to what extent the prospective supply of fish will increase the amount of calories available and consumed.
§ Mr. MayhewGerman fishing vessels are permitted to fish in any waters declared free from mines, subject to the requirements of International Acts and Conventions. Present supplies of fish make possible a ration of 500 grammes a head per month, and the possibility of increasing supplies is being explored. Offers of white fish and herrings were received from Norway and the United Kingdom early this year. The white fish offers were refused in favour of herrings, which are less expensive and which have a much higher food value.