§ Mr. SalmondTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions, pursuant to his answer of 9 February 1998,Official Report, column 10, if he will make a statement on the discussions he has 371W had with other Government departments concerning the consultation process he announced following the loss of the 'Sapphire% when he expects the consultation process to be completed; and if he will make a statement. [46486]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonOther Government departments have made valuable contributions to the Consultation Paper on Fishing Vessel Accidents and the Recovery of Those Lost at Sea. The Consultation Paper will be issued shortly and the results of the consultation process will be announced before the end of the year.