§ Sir Richard BodyTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and what estimate he has made of the impact on employment levels in the fishing industry if the derogation on fishing vessels is not extended beyond 2002. [31998]
§ Mr. MorleyThe Government are committed to securing extension beyond 2002 of the restrictions on access by foreign fishing vessels within 12 mile limits. If these restrictions were not extended, there would be major adverse economic consequences for Member States' inshore fishing industries.