Written question asked by Bob Spink (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 March 1997. It was answered by Tony Baldry (Conservative) on Thursday, 6 March 1997 on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food

Question: What representations he has received from non-sector fishermen regarding sea fish conservation. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Dr. Spink: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from non-sector fisherman regarding sea fish conservation. [17571] Mr. Baldry: I am in frequent contact with non-sector fishermen about sea fish conservation and related issues. Most recently, I met non-sector fishermen from Kent and Essex, accompanied by my hon. Friends the Members for Castle Point and for Basildon (Mr. Amess), on 27 January to discuss a range of issues including the closure of the North sea sole fishery to vessels of 10 m and under until 21 April.

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