HC Deb 07 July 1965 vol 715 cc217-8W
45. Mr. Wall

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what percentages of the distant water and middle water fishing fleet operating out of Hull, Grimsby, Fleetwood and Aberdeen, respectively, consist of modern post-war vessels; and whether he is satisfied that the optimum size of the total distant water and middle water fishing fleet has now been reached.

Mr. Hoy

The percentages are 83, 93, 85 and 91, respectively. The optimum size of the fleet depends on many variable factors, including the yields from the fishing grounds, demand, and technological development.