HC Deb 09 November 1989 vol 159 c771W
25. Mr. Kirkwood

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from organisations representing the fishing boat building industry regarding the state of the industry; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Curry

I have received one representation from the fishing boat building industry.

47. Mr. Wallace

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what progress he is making towards publishing proposals which will reduce capacity of the fishing fleet in line with the target set under the multiannual guidance programme.

Mr. Curry

Fisheries Ministers hope to be able to announce before the end of the year what additional measures, if any, are considered necessary to achieve the target reductions.