HC Deb 17 May 1971 vol 817 c207W
80. Mr. James Johnson

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what progress he has made in consulting the trawling industry before making rules under the Fishing Vessels (Safety Provisions) Act, 1970, and before taking action on Holland-Martin recommendations; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Anthony Grant

Consultative documents which will serve as the basis for discussions with the industry on the scope of regulations to be made under the Act should be ready for issue shortly. Consultations on other recommendations of the Holland-Martin Report are already in progress.