§ 77. Mr. Awberyasked the Minister of Transport what steps have so far been taken to implement those sections of the Rochdale Report which do not involve legislation; what consultation there has been with the authorities of the ports concerned; and, in view of the changes which have taken place in some of the ports since the report was published, 76W whether it is his intention to review the position.
§ Mr. MarplesMost of the recommendations of the Rochdale Report which do not involve legislation are primarily matters for the initiative of the industry itself, in consultation with the National Ports Council. I have been glad to note that steps have already been taken by a number of the ports to implement certain recommendations of the Report. There is regular consultation between my Department and the ports, either individually or through the Dock and Harbour Authorities Association. The National Ports Council will take into account changes in the circumstances of individual ports and will advise me of their implications.