§ Mr. Charles KennedyTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on possible funding for the Aberdeen Marine Laboratory proposed investigation over the effects of fish farm discharges on sea lochs. [52550]
§ Mr. Macdonald[holding answer 27 July 1998]: The Marine Laboratory has a programme of research associated with the impact of fish farming. It is also a potential participant in a possible new project to monitor the environmental impact of sea lice treatments. This inter-departmental project, if approved, will be subject to public tender.