NIGHT FISHING IN JOHORE STRAITS (Permits for Singapore fishermen)

Mr Goh Tong Liang asked the Minister for Commerce and Industry-

(a) whether permits or licences have now been issued to Singapore fishermen to enable them to do night fishing in the Straits of Johore; and

(b) what are the terms, conditions and restrictions under which the permits or licences are issued.

Mr J. M. Jumabhoy: Yes, Sir. Permits were issued to fishermen staying in Sungei Seletar area as from 4th November, 1957, Sungei Kranji area as from 4th November, 1957 and Sungei Berth area as from 20th November, 1957.

As to question (b), Sir, the permits allow hand-line fishing in specified areas on alternate nights.