asked the Taoiseach the total exports to Spain from 1 September 1977 to 1 September 1978; and the total imports for the same period.

In the 12 months ended 1 September 1978 imports from Spain were valued at £25.0 million while exports to Spain amounted to £23.4 million.

Is the Minister trying to make up the imbalance by giving away our fish?