§ MR. WEIRI beg to ask the Lord Advocate if he will state in what respect the valuation of deer forests in Scotland which are let differs from those which are not let; and if, in making the valuation, the number of stags which a forest can carry is considered, will he state by what evidence the assessor is guided and what is the valuation set on each stag.
§ THE LORD ADVOCATE (Mr. A. GRAHAM MURRAY, Buteshire)The valuation of a deer forest which is let is based upon the conditions of the lease; and that of a forest which is not let is based on the information which the assessor derives from the proprietor or his factor and from any other available sources, as well as by comparison with other forests which are let. The value set on each stag ranges from £15 to £20, varying according to locality, facilities of access, and other such considerations.