§ 9. Mr. Emrys Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland how much money has been already approved for grant under the provisions of the Small Farmers Act in Scotland and in Ayrshire; and how many farmers in Scotland and Ayrshire have now been definitely promised grants.
§ Mr. MaclayOne hundred and eighteen plans involving grant of £103, 171 have so far been approved in Scotland. No plans have yet been approved in Ayrshire.
§ Mr. HughesDoes the Secretary of State expect Ayrshire to be enthusiastic about that?
§ Mr. MaclayOnly four completed plans have been received from Ayrshire, and these are at present being considered.