§ Mrs. Ewingasked the Minister of Transport if he will list ports of the United Kingdom which fall within his Department's category of deep-water ports, s:ating in each case the relevant factors regarding the depth of water and the maximum tonnage ship which can be accommodated.
Mr. Bob BrownThere is no general standard for deep-water ports; requirements vary according to the needs of different trades and commodities. I am writing in more detail to the hon. Member.