HC Deb 21 June 1995 vol 262 cc239-40W
Mr. Harvey

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (1) what measure HMS Alderney is taking in respect of(a)monitoring pollution and (b)monitoring the activities of Greenpeace; [29181]

(2) for what reasons HMS Alderney is following the Shell flotilla towing the Brent Spar; and what task it is undertaking. [29180]

Mr. Soames

I have been asked to reply.

The Royal Navy ship which has been deployed to the area of Brent Spar has been asked to monitor the general situation. It has been taking no measures beyond this specifically to monitor pollution or Greepeace activity.

Mr. Harvey

To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how may(a)sheriff officers and (b)police officers are present on HMS Alderney on its current voyage following the Shell flotilla towing the Brent Spar. [29182]

Mr. Soames

I have been asked to reply.

The answer is none.