HC Deb 13 November 1974 vol 881 cc136-7W
58. Mr. Grimond

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will take steps to increase the herring quota.

Mr. William Ross

No. The quotas for the year to 30th June 1975 have been agreed internationally, in the light of scientific evidence, with the aim of arresting the serious depletion of the North Sea herring stocks through over-fishing. The quotas will be reviewed annually.