HC Deb 20 February 1980 vol 979 c239W
Mr. Maclennan

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from the White Fish Authority concerning the introduction of a system of vessel licensing; and what reply he has sent.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

The White Fish Authority has proposed that the Government should introduce a comprehensive system of licensing for fishing vessels. We have agreed to consider the proposal.