21. Mr. Davidsonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he has considered representations from Glasgow Corporation asking for the removal of Duke Street Prison, so that the site may be converted into an open space and thereby add to the amenities of the district; and whether the Prison Commissioners have prepared any scheme for the building of a new prison for women on the outskirts of the city, so that Duke Street Prison can be replaced at an early date?
§ Mr. ElliotI am aware that the Glasgow Corporation were at one time considering the question of acquiring the site of Duke Street Prison for a city improvement or other civic purpose, but I have received no specific proposal from them. As regards the last part of the question, I would refer the hon. Member to my reply of 24th June last to the hon. Member for Shettleston (Mr. McGovern).