I emphasised earlier the importance for the industry and for the marine environment of ensuring that aquaculture is conducted in full compliance with licence terms and conditions and other applicable requirements and standards. I am, therefore, concerned by recent reports of instances of alleged departures from the high standards required of aquaculture operations. The House may be assured that any such case will be fully and rigorously investigated and that appropriate action, up to and including revocation of aquaculture licences, where justified, will be taken in the light of the results of the investigation.