61. Mr. Russell Johstonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether the Highlands and Islands Development Board has yet assessed the effect of the seamen's strike on the North and Western Isles; and which he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RossI have just received the Board's assessment and would like to consider it before I make a statement.
§ Mr. Nobleasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he has received the report of the inquiry on the effects of the shipping strike on the Scottish islands; what conclusions were reached; and what action he is taking.
§ Mr. RossI have just received the Board's assessment and would like to consider it before I make a statement.