§ Mr. Soamesasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his assessment of the level of illegal fishing for salmon both onshore and offshore in England and Wales; and what is the impact on salmon stocks.
§ Mr. MacGregorIt is impossible to quantify either the level or impact of illegal fishing. However, I recognise that the illegal fishing for salmon is a matter of widespread concern and I would draw my hon. Friend's attention to my reply of 29 Febrary to my hon. Friend the Member for Dumfries (Sir. H. Monro) at column196–97.