§ Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is aware that the United States Government, while seeking missile bases in Scotland, is placing with foreign Governments orders for fish which the Scottish fishing industry could readily fulfil; and if he will make representations to the United States Government to this effect.
§ Mr. MaclayI have no knowledge of any orders for fish placed by the United States Government with other Governments. If the hon. and learned Member is referring to orders for fish placed by United States Forces stationed in this country or in Europe, it is open to merchants in Scotland to submit tenders through the usual channels.