§ Mr. Sillarsasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what discussions his Department has had with Clyde fisheries about the effect upon their prospects of the ban on herring fishing; what special arrangements if any are available to protect local boats; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Hugh D. BrownMy Department has offered an immediate meeting with representatives of the interests concerned in this fishery to discuss a number of issues arising from the west coast herring 41W closure including what further measures, if any, may be required for the orderly management of the fishery.