HC Deb 17 May 1898 vol 57 c1554
MR. WEIR

I beg to ask the Lord Advocate, in view of the fact that the Report on Education (Scotland) for 1896–7 was issued on the 8th May, 1897, will he explain why the Report for 1897–8 is not yet in the hands of Members; and can he say when it will be published?

MR. GRAHAM MURRAY

The Report was issued last year at an unusually early date. It has not been possible to issue it as soon this year, but it is in progress and will be issued as soon as possible.

MR. WEIR

Will it be in the hands of Members before the Estimate is taken?

MR. GRAHAM MURRAY

I have already said I have no doubt my right honourable Friend will try and arrange that.

MR. WEIR

Then I will ask the First Lord of the Treasury.

THE FIRST LORD OF THE TREASURY

Before making any pledge, I should like to know when the Report is likely to be out. I will consult my right honourable Friend.