§ Mr. MorleyTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received regarding large quantities of dumped mackerel being trawled in the south west mackerel box; what action he is taking; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. CurryI have received five letters.
A pelagic fishery for species other than mackerel is permitted in the mackerel box and only 15 per cent. of the total quantity of the catch retained may be mackerel taken as a by-catch. Our sea fisheries inspectorate vigorously monitors the activities inside the box. The situation is kept under close scrutiny.