HC Deb 29 October 1912 vol 43 cc231-2
40. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Secretary for Scotland whether he will state the names of the Advisory Committee on Forestry, and what question or questions he is referring to them for consideration?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

The following Gentlemen have accepted the invitation to serve on the Advisory Committee on Forestry in Scotland:—

  • John D. Sutherland, Esq. (Chairman).
  • The Right Hon. Lord Lovat.
  • The Right Hon. R, C. Munro-Fer-guson, M.P.
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  • Sir John Stirling-Maxwell, Bart.
  • Sir William S. Haldane.
  • J. M. Henderson, Esq., M P.
  • R. H. N. Sellar, Esq.
The reference to the Committee is in general terms: "To advise the Board of Agriculture for Scotland in matters relating to Forestry."

Mr. HOGGE

Has the right hon. Gentleman any intention of putting on any university representatives?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

I have no present intention of increasing the size of the-Committee.

MARQUESS Of TULLIBARDINE

Is this Committee to decide which university is to be adopted?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

No.

Mr. PIRIE

Has the right hon. Gentleman asked for a Report from the Advisory Committee? If so, when does he expect to get it?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

I have not asked for a Report. I am waiting until the Advisory Committee are ready to issue one.They are the best judges.