§ Mr. Wallasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when the "Arctic Privateer" will commence the fisheries research work for which she was purchased; and if he will make a statement on this vessel's conversion.
§ Mr. BishopPlans for adapting the "Arctic Privateer" are being finalised as quickly as possible. How soon this vessel might then come into service will depend upon the response to invitations to tender and the time taken for conversion. I shall be writing to the hon. Member.