HC Deb 15 February 1973 vol 850 c387W
40. Mr. James Johnson

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will give a progress report upon the activities of the tug "Statesman" now within Icelandic waters; and, on the basis of this, whether he is making any decision to send other tugs to support it.

49. Mr. McNamara

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what further plans he has for chartering tugs and similar vessels for operations within the 12 to 50-mile limit off Iceland.

Mr. Anthony Stodart

The "Statesman I" has not yet had experience in helping trawlers to defend themselves against gunboats; but trials on the grounds have been sufficiently encouraging to warrant sending another vessel and I continue to keep the situation under review.