HC Deb 18 October 1990 vol 177 c910W
30. Mr. Maclennan

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will give an assessment of the prospects for the United Kingdom's fishing industry.

51. Mr. Kennedy

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will assess the prospects for the United Kingdom fishing industry; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Curry

So far this year the value of landings has been 9 per cent. higher than in 1989 despite the volume being down by 2 per cent. The conservation of fish stocks to safeguard the future of the fishing fleet remains an urgent priority.