HC Deb 20 July 1966 vol 732 c92W
65. Mr. James Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will introduce a minimum price scheme with Government support for fish sold in Scottish ports on the lines of the scheme operated by the Potato Marketing Board.

Mr. Willis

No. The promotion of a minimum prices scheme is a matter for the White Fish Authority.

As my right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food announced on 2nd March, the Government accept the principle of a scheme but cannot promise a contribution towards its cost.