Written question asked by Norman A Godman (Labour) on Thursday, 13 May 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 May 1999. It was answered by Lord Robertson of Port Ellen (Labour) on Thursday, 20 May 1999 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his Answer of 29th April, Official Report, column 330, if the proposed changes to the current Submarine/Fishing Vessel Interaction Code of Practice are with the Scottish Fishermen's Federation and the Clyde Fishermen's Federation for ratification as well as with the National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations; and if he will place a copy of the proposals in the Library.

Answer: Dr. Godman: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his answer of 29 April 1999, Official Report, column 251, if the proposed changes to the current Submarine/Fishing Vessel Interaction Code of Practice are with the Scottish Fishermens Federation and the Clyde Fishermens Federation for ratification as well as with the National Federation of Fishermens Organisations; and if he will place a copy of the proposals in the Library. [84712] Mr. George Robertson: The proposed changes to the Submarine/Fishing Vessel Interaction Code of Practice were drawn up following discussion with the Secretary to the Clyde Fishermens Association, who was also acting on behalf of the Scottish Fishermens Federation. These changes are now with the National Federation for ratification. A copy of the revised Code of Practice will be placed in the Library once consultation with the associations concerned is concluded.

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