HC Deb 20 April 1978 vol 948 cc301-2W
22. Mr. Beith

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he will make a statement on the progress of negotiations towards a revised EEC fisheries policy.

27. Mr. Wall

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement about the negotiations on a revised common fisheries policy and the effect continued disagreement is having on the British fishing industry.

Mr. John Silkin

There will be further discussions when the Council of Fisheries Ministers meets on 24th April. The policy of the Government is to seek an early agreement with the rest of the Community which meets our requirements and thus removes the uncertainties felt in the industry about its future.

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