§ Mr. Wattasked the Secretary of State for Energy how many claims for loss of fishing gear due to oil related debris have been received by his Department; and how many claims for compensation have been paid to date.
§ Mr. John SmithNo claims for loss or damage to fishing gear due to oil related debris have been received by my Department. Her Majesty's Government are not in possession of complete information about the settlement of claims to date, but I understand that the Fisheries Departments in England and Scotland have been notified of 33 instances where claims for compensation have been paid.