§ 29. Mr. Willisasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what proposals he has for increasing the present rate of land reclamation for agricultural purposes in Scotland.
§ Mr. MaclayNone, Sir. I consider that the present range of incentives offer ample scope for the reclamation of land that can economically be put to fuller agricultural use.
§ Mr. WillisAs there are large areas which could be reclaimed and as only same 10,000 acres have been reclaimed in four years, does not the right hon. Gentleman feel it is time he gave more thought to the matter and proceeded to get the best possible use out of the land of Scotland?
§ Mr. MaclayThere are a substantial number of incentive schemes available. One must also have regard to the ultimate economic possibilities of the operation.