HC Deb 08 June 1993 vol 226 c225W
Mr. Wallace

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what discussions have been held or are to be held with the Norwegian Government concerning the United Kingdom salmon farming industry's initiative for the formation of producer organisations in the EC.

Sir Hector Monro

I have been asked to reply.

Officials of the Scottish Office visited Norway on 9 to 11 May for discussions with various interests there, including the Royal Norwegian Ministry of Fisheries, about the prospects for the European salmon market.

Mr. Wallace

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what discussions have been held with the European Commission to secure stability in the farmed salmon market in the Community.

Sir Hector Monro

I have been asked to reply.

There have been a number of discussions between officials of the fisheries departments and the EC Commission services over the past year about various aspects of the salmon market.

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