HC Deb 18 February 1958 vol 582 c124W
65. Mr. Hector Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will take steps immediately to amend and improve the Salmon and Fresh Waters Fisheries (Protection) (Scotland) Act, 1951, in such a way as to make it more effective for conserving and increasing the stocks of fish in Scottish rivers and lochs.

Lord John Hope

Before deciding whether any amendment of the Act is needed, my right hon. Friend must consider the results of the investigation into the operation of its provisions relating to the weekly close time which, under the Act, falls to be carried out this year.

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