HC Deb 22 May 1963 vol 678 c42W
72. Mr. Grimond

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received from the town council of Stromness about the conveyance of goods south from Stromness.

Mr. Noble

I have received a letter from the council urging the retention of the railway services between Inverness and Thurso. I have told the council that I have noted its views and have forwarded its letter to my right hon. Friend the Minister of Transport, who is primarily responsible for Government action on the Beeching Report.