HC Deb 27 November 1996 vol 286 cc282-3W
Mr. Morley

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his response to the latest advice from the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea on levels of North sea cod; and what action he intends to take to combat the stock depletion. [6326]

Mr. Baldry

The advisory committee on fishery management of the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea has recommended a reduction in fishing mortality in order to bring the North sea cod stock within safe biological limits in the medium term. In order to contribute to restoring this stock, the Government will seek a 1997 total allowable catch consistent with advice from the ICES.

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