HC Deb 30 January 1961 vol 633 c89W
105. Lady Tweedsmuir

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many fishing vessels have been built in Aberdeen with the grants and loans available under the White Fish and Herring Industries Acts.

Mr. Maclay:

The number of new vessels built by shipyards in Aberdeen is 68. A further 16 are under construction or have been approved. The number of new vessels built for Aberdeen owners is 97. A further 30 are under construction or have been approved.

106. Lady Tweedsmuir

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many steam fishing vessels are operating from the port of Aberdeen.

Mr. Maclay:

Twenty-seven, of which 13 are coal-fired and 14 oil-fired.

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