HC Deb 22 June 1938 vol 337 cc1074-5
65. Mr. Malcolm MacMillan

asked the Minister of Transport whether he has now received the recommendations of the County Council of Ross and Cromarty regarding the proposed causeway at Bernera Island, Isle of Lewis; and when the work is likely to begin and the estimated cost?

Mr. Burgin

The position is the same as when I replied to the hon. Member's question on 9th March last. No further application has been received from the county council since that date.

Mr. MacMillan

In view of the inconvenience caused to a population of several hundred people, the inevitable cruelty to stock, the damage to commodities and the general lack of facilities, will the right hon. Gentleman take steps to provide the facilities necessary?

Mr. Burgin

I have pointed out that it is a matter for the county council. I gave the hon. Member that reply when he raised the matter on 9th March. I have no communication from the county council since.

Mr. MacMillan

In view of the failure of the county council to look after the interests of these people, will the right hon. Gentleman take up the matter and do something?