Written question asked by Norman A Godman (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 May 1995. It was answered by Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative) on Monday, 15 May 1995 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

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Ministry of Defence

Question

For what reasons the mines have not been recovered from the medium mine field in the Sound of Jura; what arrangements have been made to pay compensation to fishing vessel owners and crews in the event of gear being fouled and damaged by such mines.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

260 c50W

Session

1994-95

Subjects

Compensation Bomb disposal Fisheries Landmines Hebrides