§ 10. Mr. MACKENZIE LIVINGSTONEasked the Secretary for Scotland whether the Committee set up by him on the 26th May to inquire into the transport and mail services in the Highlands and Islands has submitted its Report, and, if so, whether he can now promise some immediate improvements?
§ The SECRETARY for SCOTLAND (Sir John Gilmour)The conference referred to in the question has recently completed its work and reported to me. I am examining the matter in consultation with my right hon. Friend the Postmaster-General, but I cannot at present make any statement as to possible improvements.
§ Mr. MACPHERSONWill the right hon. Gentleman continue the drifter service which is of such great advantage to the more inaccessible communities in the Western Isles?
§ Sir J. GILMOURThat is quite another question, but I am looking into that matter.
§ Mr. MACPHERSONMay I have an answer in the course of a day or two with regard to it, because the people are very concerned?
§ Mr. LIVINGSTONEWill the report be submitted to this House?
§ Sir J. GILMOURNo, Sir. It is a private report to my Department.