HC Deb 24 May 1979 vol 967 cc218-9W
21. Mr. Grimond

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what consideration has been given to regional schemes within the national fishery policy with a view to conserving stocks and protecting local fisheries.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

Measures for conservation of fish stocks must be based on scientific advice. I am also very conscious of the needs of communities specially dependent on fishing.

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