§ 24. Mr. Wallasked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what measures have been taken to ensure adequate supplies of cod to the consumer.
§ Mr. BishopThe United Kingdom plays a full part in the International Fisheries Commissions which are seeking to ensure future supplies by means of international conservation measures. While hoping that it will still be possible to reach a satisfactory agreement with Iceland, the Government are in the meantime taking steps to protect the rights of British fishermen in international waters in that area.
§ 55. Mr. James Johnsonasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food 300W what steps he is taking to find alternative areas for the catching of cod by United Kingdom deep sea fishermen.
§ Mr. BishopI would refer my hon. Friend to the reply I gave earlier today to the hon. Member for North Fylde (Mr. Clegg).