HC Deb 15 November 1982 vol 32 cc69-70W
Mr. Austin Mitchell

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he will introduce for foreign vessels exercising historic rights within the British 12-mile limits a similar system of reporting and inspection to that used by Norway on British vessels.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

A comprehensive reporting and inspection system for Community member States will come into effect not later than 1 January 1983 and will cover all Community waters, including coastal belts where there are rights to fish.

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