§ 46. Mr. Eadieasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will make a statement on his recent official tour of certain areas in Scotland.
§ Mr. CrossmanI visited three of our Department's local offices and a reception re-establishment centre. I was much encouraged by the way in which the staff are tackling the heavy load of work which they are bearing, often under difficult conditions. I was also very interested to visit Livingston new town. I have no other statement to make.
§ Mr. EadieIs my right hon. Friend aware that his visit to Scotland created a great deal of interest? As a result of that interest, is he not going to put forward any suggested alterations?
§ Mr. CrossmanNo. I was extremely interested to see the offices and the excellence of their work. I am relieved to hear that the excitement that my visit created was of a favourable nature.