HC Deb 22 May 1973 vol 857 c68W
Mr. Sproat

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what recent steps he has taken to keep fishing interests in Scotland fully informed of oil developments in the North Sea which affect those interests; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

My noble Friend the Minister of State is meeting the Scottish Trawlers' Federation on 22nd May. In addition, officials of my Departments and of the Department of Trade and Industry met the federation on 7th March 1973 to discuss the situation and exchange information. A further meeting, to which representatives of the inshore industry will also be invited, will be held shortly.