§ 44. Mr. Malcolm MacMillanasked the Secretary of State for Scotland to what extent he is prepared to contribute towards the cost of extending the pier at Portnaguran, Isle of Lewis.
§ Mr. LeburnMy right hon. Friend is prepared to consider any proposals Ross and Cromarty County Council as the responsible harbour authority may put 1245 forward for improving facilities at Portnaguran Pier by extending the pier or otherwise, and he cannot at this stage say what assistance may be required or approved. Meanwhile, he has offered to consider making the Council a grant of 75 per cent. of the cost of preliminary investigations, and he awaits the Council's reply.
§ Mr. MacMillanMay I thank the Under-Secretary for that very helpful reply?