§ Mr. ColvinTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received about the consequences to the Scottish salmon farming industry of uncontrolled imports from Norwegian producers; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythWe have received representations from a number of hon. Members and from salmon farming companies in Scotland.
The Government understand the industry's concern about the current state of the market for farmed salmon. We are anxious to ensure a satisfactory and stable long-term future for the industry and are working closely with it to that end.