HC Deb 14 February 1961 vol 634 cc1224-5
17. Mr. Emrys Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what further Civil Defence plans he has for the protection of the inhabitants living in the neighbourhood of the Holy Loch as a result of the establishment of the Polaris submarine base there.

Mr. Maclay

The responsibility for detailed planning of Civil Defence rests with the local authorities, but their basic problems have not been changed by the provision of these facilities

Mr. Hughes

Is the Minister aware that a Clyde safety plan has been outlined in the Scotsman newspaper? That states that there are provisions for restrictions on food, milk and other food, in the area and that in certain circumstances two villages might be evacuated. Could he say whether there will be any provision for the compensation of farmers or people likely to be affected?

Mr. Maclay

I think the hon. Member is confusing the Civil Defence plans and the normal precautions taken in relation to nuclear installations in this country.

Mr. Hughes

In view of the unsatisfactory nature of the reply, I beg to give notice that I shall raise the matter on the Adjournment.