HC Deb 30 June 1931 vol 254 c1051
35. Mr. MARCUS

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many persons have become bankrupt in Scotland in the three years ended 31st May, 1928, and in The three years ended 31st May, 1931

Mr. W. ADAMSON

The number of bankruptcies awarded in Scotland for the three years ended 31st May, 1928, was 806, representing 870 individual bankrupts. For the three years ended 31st May, 1931, the number shows a reduction, the figures being 770, representing 847 individual bankrupts.

Mr. McSHANE

Can the right hon. Gentleman state whether any of those bankrupts in Scotland are Scotsmen?