HC Deb 22 June 1948 vol 452 cc1109-10
16. Mr. Pryde

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is now in a position to make any statement as to the prospect of consolidating the local government statutes relating to Scotland.

Mr. Woodburn

Yes, Sir. After consultation with the local authority associations I have decided to appoint a representative committee to review the whole field of local government law in Scotland and to prepare the necessary measures for its revision and consolidation. The Committee will comprise representatives of the political parties, of the local authority associations, and of the Government Departments concerned. Mr. Matthew G. Fisher, K.C., has agreed to act as Chairman of the Committee, the constitution and terms of reference of which I shall with permission circulate in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Mr. Pryde

Is my right hon. Friend aware of the great satisfaction that this answer will give to local authorities in Scotland?