HC Deb 22 July 1969 vol 787 c347W
Mr. James Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he now proposes to introduce legislation to reform the feudal system in Scotland; and if he will take steps to alleviate the situation of tenants who can get no compensation for improvements on termination of their long leases.

Mr. Ross

I would ask the hon. Gentleman to await the announcement I propose to make soon of the conclusions I have reached in the light of my review of the possibilities of major land tenure reform in Scotland.

Miss Herbison

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he will announce the Government's plans for the reform of land tenure in Scotland.

Mr. Ross

The Government's proposals will be set out in a White Paper which will be published on Thursday of this week.