HC Deb 05 July 1979 vol 969 cc728-9W
28. Mr. McNamara

asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on the effect of the increase in oil prices on the British fishing industry and the price of fish.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

In common with other sectors of the economy, the fishing industry is having to face changes in the level of oil costs. I shall be monitoring the situation carefully.

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