§ MR. WATT (Glasgow College)To ask the President of the Board of Trade to whom the beach below high-water mark belongs, between Blairmore and Innellan on the Firth of Clyde, to whom belongs the right of removing gravel therefrom; whether any private proprietors have this right; and, if so, who are they.
(Answered by Mr. Kearley.) At least half of the foreshore in question is under the management of the Commissioners of Woods and Forests. I have no information as to what rights are exercised over that part of the foreshore. The remaining part of the foreshore is under the management of the Board of Trade, who have conveyed or leased portions thereof to adjoining owners. I am not able to give the names of all the present owners or lessees. They are subject to covenants not to do any act which may obstruct navigation or be injurious to the public interest. Generally the removal of gravel is subject to the control of the Board of Trade. If the hon. Member could make it convenient to call at the office of the Board of Trade further particulars can be supplied.