§ 17. Mr. Ernie Rossasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on the current performance and structure of the British fishing fleet.
§ Mr. GummerThe United Kingdom fishing industry is in better shape than it has been for a number of years, largely due to the success of the common fisheries policy. The value of landings again increased last year, in spite of a lower catch, and demand for fish is buoyant.