HC Deb 19 January 1972 vol 829 cc187-8W
69. Mr. Gregor Mackenzie

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many local authorities in Scotland sought his permission to donate money to the Upper Clyde Shipbuilders fighting fund; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

Sixteen authorities sought my approval to make contributions under Section 339 of the Local Government (Scotland) Act, 1947. One subsequently withdrew its application. I informed the others that I was not prepared to give approval.