§ Mr. G. Campbellasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is satisfied that proper conservation measures for herring are being taken in the Beauly Firth, in view of the intensity of recent fishing there; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RossOn the scientific advice available to me I do not think additional conservation measures are needed in this area at present. I shall however review the matter in consultation with the Herring Industry Board and in the light of conflicting representations from fishermen's associations which are to be discussed at a meeting on 27th January called by the Board.