§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what consultations she proposes to have with representatives of the fishing industry to discuss the EU proposal for a Council regulation fixing management objectives and strategies for certain fisheries or groups of fisheries for the period 1994 to 1997; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. JackThis complex proposal has recently been published by the European Commission. It requires clarification and careful study, including by scientists. When Fisheries Departments have obtained fuller information from the Commission and have analysed its implications, discussion will be arranged with representatives of the fishing industry.