“CRIPPLING” fuel price increases led to the European Fisheries Council agreeing the aid measures now being formulated.
Scottish fisheries secretary Richard Lochhead says: “The EU has recognised the severe impact fuel prices are having on our fishermen. I am pleased that the issue is now firmly on its agenda.
“The package approved provides a menu of options and there is much to digest and discuss with the industry. We also need to await the outcome of discussions on the financial detail, which will be crucial.
“Greater
