HC Deb 15 April 1965 vol 710 cc1646-7
19. Mr. Russell Johnston

asked the President of the Board of Trade what assistance is to be given by Her Majesty's Government to the Cairngorm Development Board in providing, without profit to themselves, improved ski facilities to tourists who come to Scotland.

Mr. Jay

An application from the Board for loan assistance under the Local Employment Acts would be considered on its merits.

Mr. Johnston

Is the Minister aware that previous requests of this nature were refused by the previous Government and indications were made by his Ministry that there was no basic change in policy? Could he give an assurance that the Board of Trade is enthusiastic about this project, which is of immense importance to the Highlands and which I thought would be one which would attract a Socialist Government in many ways?

Mr. Jay

We are enthusiastic about all good projects, but our powers are limited by the law.

Mr. Hamling

Will my right hon. Friend notice the Liberal enthusiasm for Socialism?

Mr. Johnston

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