§ 75. Mr. MacKENZIE LIVINGSTONEasked the Secretary for Scotland whether he is aware that in the new crofter settlements of Reef, Ardroil, and Dalemore, in the Island of Lewis, inconvenience is caused to the settlers owing to the failure of the Government to construct roadways through the various villages; and, in view of the need for employment, whether he will take steps to have the necessary roads made immediately?
Mr. ADAMSONI am aware of the circumstances of the case referred to by the hon. Member. Any inconvenience caused to the holders by the absence of access roads to their own holdings is due to their refusal to take advantage of the offer made by the Board of Agriculture of Grants-in-aid amounting in all to £1,155 to assist them to construct roads and paths for the townships. The Board's offer of assistance is still open for acceptance by the holders.