National Ports Council

HC Deb 09 July 1980 vol 988 cc231-2W

Mr. Parry

asked the Minister of Transport when he intends to introduce legislation to abolish the National Ports Council.

Mr. Fowler

I have nothing to add to the reply I gave my hon. Friend the Member for Liverpool, Garston (Mr. Thornton) on 25 June 1980.—[Vol. 987, c. 466.]

Mr. Parry

asked the Minister of Transport what representations he has received objecting to the proposed abolition of the National Ports Council; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Fowler

My decision to introduce legislation to abolish the NPC has met a generally favourable response. I have received objections from the Trades Union Congress and one hon. Member.