HC Deb 30 June 1983 vol 44 c157W
26. Mr. Beith

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he will oppose the plan to increase minimum mesh sizes in the North sea from 80mm to 90mm on 1 January 1984.

Mr. MacGregor

I will support an increase to 90mm, which will bring significant long-term gains to fishermen, but I recognise that a later implementation date would allow the industry more time to adjust.