HC Deb 04 December 1951 vol 494 cc2198-9
8. Mr. John Rankin

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what changes in the status or functions of the North of Scotland Hydro-Electricity Board he proposes to make.

Mr. J. Stuart

I do not contemplate that any change in the present organisation of the electricity industry in Scotland would impair the special responsibilities for the Highlands and Islands placed on the North of Scotland Hydro-Electric Board by the Hydro-Electric Development (Scotland) Act, 1943.

Mr. Rankin

May we take it from the right hon. Gentleman's answer that related projects, such as the development of roads and fishings, into which the Hydro-Electric Board have entered, will not be in any way interfered with?

Mr. Stuart

I hope not. That is certainly not my intention.

Mr. Rankin

Not just service roads?

Mr. Stuart

I should like to take note of that point.