HC Deb 20 July 1973 vol 860 cc225-6W
Mr. James Johnson

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what are his intentions regarding the continuation of the operational subsidy scheme for the deep sea fishing industry for the year begining 1st September; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. Anthony Stodart

The discussions referred to in my reply on 28th June to my hon. Friend the Member for Banff (Mr. W. H. K. Baker) are still proceeding, and I am deferring an announcement until they are completed.