§ Mr. Gregor Mackenzieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will introduce legislation to abolish the post of honorary sheriff-substitute in Scottish courts; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RossNo. It is essential that someone should be available to preside over courts during the absence of a sheriff-substitute, or to assist during a period of pressure. The Grant Committee examined these arrangements and recommended that they should continue.