HC Deb 10 October 1912 vol 42 c531
84. Mr. MACPHERSON

asked the Secretary for Scotland whether, in view of the demand for new holdings in the Highlands of Scotland and the consequent amount of work falling to the lot of the Commissioner in that district, he will consider the advisability of appointing an additional Commissioner or Commissioners who may be able to undertake the work within a reasonable time?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

I have no power under the Act to appoint an additional Commissioner.

Captain MURRAY

Will the right hon. Gentleman bear in mind that additional Commissioners are necessary in other districts of Scotland as well as in the Highlands?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

I am aware that other districts are equally concerned, but I do not think additional Commissioners are necessary. The question of additional Sub-Commissioners is another matter.