§ 37. Mr. Rankinasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether, in his consideration of the Hunter Report, he will take into account the work which river purification boards are carrying out on fishing matters including their participation in stocking and fishing management programmes being undertaken by the United Clyde Angling Association.
§ Mr. Buchanan-SmithMy right hon. Friend will naturally take all relevant considerations into account. River purification boards are not in the main directly concerned with fishery management. The Hunter Report did not suggest any change in this respect.
§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he intends to introduce legislation, consequent to the Hunter Report on Fishing.
§ Mr. Gordon CampbellI shall put forward proposals as soon as I am in position to do so.