HC Deb 17 July 2002 vol 389 c310W
Mr. Letwin

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if she will make a statement on progress relating to the shellfish licensing system. [64385]

Mr. Morley

[holding answer 27 June 2002]We are committed to the introduction of a shellfish licensing scheme. Officials are currently considering the timing and format of such a scheme.