HC Deb 04 December 1951 vol 494 c2208
35. Mr. Emrys Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what are his proposals for a new harbour at Maidens, Ayrshire.

Mr. J. Stuart

Revised proposals by the county council for meeting the cost of the scheme with assistance from public funds are still under discussion.

Mr. Emrys Hughes

Is the Minister aware that there is some anxiety among the fishermen of this village that they are going to suffer as a result of the prospective economy cuts, and will he give the House an assurance that he will support this proposal and not axe the prospective harbour at Maidens?

Mr. Stuart

The responsibility for this scheme lies with the county council, but I shall be glad to assist in any way I can.