HC Deb 22 May 1969 vol 784 cc125-6W
Mr. James Johnson

asked the President of the Board of Trade what plans he has regarding the future of the mother ships service to the deep-sea trawling fleet in view of the successful voyage of the "Orsino"; and if he will consider increasing the number of vessels used.

Mr. Crosland

I am at present examining the future of the weather advisory service for trawlers in the light of the operation of the "Orsino" last winter. I have also recently received the Report of the Holland-Martin Committee on Trawler Safety, and I am now considering this in consultation with my colleagues. I hope to make a statement when the report is published.