Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor David Lidington (Conservative), on Monday, 4 November 2002, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 23 members in total.

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FUTURE OF THE UK FISHING INDUSTRY

That this House notes the despair with which recent plans to close cod fishing grounds have been received in North Sea fishing communities, and particularly in Scotland, where 20,000 jobs are now at risk; calls on the Government to make clear how it intends to respond to the Commission's proposals; and believes that this vital industry will only flourish again when national control of United Kingdom waters is restored and when fishermen and local communities have a genuine role in managing fish stocks.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received 2 amendments.

1847A1

after 'communities', insert 'including recreational sea anglers.'.

1847A2

after 'sea', insert 'and Irish Sea'.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

1847 

1847A1 

1847A2 

Session

2001-02

Subjects

Common fisheries policy Fisheries EU action North Sea

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk