§ 22. Mr. BUCHANANasked the Secretary of State for Scotland when it is proposed to fill the vacant judgeship in Scotland; the reason of the delay in making the appointment; and if it is likely to be filled before May, 1929.
§ Sir J. GILMOURIt is hoped to make this appointment shortly. I am not aware that there has been unusual or avoidable delay in filling this vacancy.