asked the Minister for Defence whether consideration has been given or will be given to the possibility of establishing a coastguard service on the lines of that operating in the USA, which combines the functions of coast protection, fishery-protection, lifeboat and coast life saving services, hydrographic and coast lighting service.
Written Answers. - Coastguard Service.
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The question of establishing a coastguard service on the lines indicated in the question has not arisen for consideration. Some of the functions mentioned in the question are not the responsibility of my Department.