§ 15. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he is aware that the diminution in British fishing fleets will lead to a famine in fish; and if he will take steps to grant to the fishing industry assistance similar to that granted to the farming industry in order to keep up the supply and keep down the price of fish to British families.
§ Mr. HoyI am not aware of any decline in the catching capacity of the fishing fleet or of any impending shortage of fish. The industry already receives subsidies and other assistance appropriate to its circumstances. Some aspects of these are at present under review. I do not think, however, that any special action is needed for the purpose mentioned by my hon. and learned Friend.