HC Deb 06 March 1997 vol 291 c743W
17. Mr. Bernard Jenkin

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on North sea fish quotas. [17562]

Mr. Baldry

The North sea fish quotas agreed for 1997 represent the best possible deal for British fishermen consistent with scientific advice and the conservation of stocks for the future.