HC Deb 10 February 1953 vol 511 cc209-10
28. Mr. Hector Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland to make a comprehensive statement of the damage done by the recent great storm in the North-East of Scotland to life, limb and property on shore and at sea.

36. Mr. Woodburn

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland to give a comprehensive account of the damage done to persons, property and boats in Scotland as a result of the recent storms; and what steps have been taken, and are to be taken, to give succour and eventual rehabilitation to the sufferers.

43. Mr. Spence

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland to make a further statement as to the extent, and the effects, of the recent gale damage to Scottish forests.

44. Lady Tweedsmuir

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland to arrange for equipment and financial assistance to clear and store the vast numbers of trees felled by the hurricane of 31st January in Scottish forests.

Mr. J. Stuart

With your permission, Mr. Speaker, and that of the House, I will make a statement at the end of Questions in reply to these Questions.

Mr. Hughes

Is the Secretary of State aware that steps should urgently be taken to deal with this problem of fallen timber—

Mr. Speaker

I think the hon. and learned Gentleman might wait till he gets the answer at the end of Questions.