HC Deb 21 January 1930 vol 234 c14
16. Major COLVILLE

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when the Government propose to introduce a Probation Act for Scotland to further the probationary method of dealing with juvenile delinquents?

Mr. W. ADAMSON

A Probation Bill for Scotland has been prepared. The date of its introduction must, however, depend upon the exigencies of Parliamentary business.

Major COLVILLE

Does the right hon. Gentleman realise that in this instance Scotland is behind England, and will he take steps to push on this legislation?

Mr. WESTWOOD

Is the right hon. Gentleman also aware that any delay in that Bill being brought forward was due to the party opposite?

HON. MEMBERS

No.