HC Deb 12 May 1965 vol 712 cc65-6W
67. Mr. Bessell

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will review the price guarantee system, with a view to assisting the growth of the fishing industry.

Mr. Hoy

There is no price guarantee system for fish but proposals for a minimum price scheme are under consideration.

68. Mr. Bessell

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will introduce legislation to enable him to make special grants for the development of fish canning and processing factories, and so assist the revival of the fishing industry.

Mr. Hoy

No. Loans are already available for the construction of processing plants and I have no reason to think that grants are needed in addition.