§ 75. Mr. Grimondasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a further statement on the negotiations for the improvement of the North Isles of Orkney shipping services.
§ Mr. MaclayI am at present considering tenders for new vessels and I hope to place a contract at an early date. I am also having discussions with a view to the setting up of a new company to operate the services and I will make a further statement as soon as possible.