HC Deb 10 May 1973 vol 856 c198W
Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what is the total amount of money paid by his Department in the last two years to fishing clubs and associations in Wales to enable them to purchase fishing rights in their area.

Mr. Peter Thomas

In the financial year 1971–72 the Welsh Office paid £260 towards the purchase of fishing rights. On 1st April 1972 the Sports Council for Wales took over this function and in the financial year 1972–73 paid a total of £8,573.