§ Mr. Welshasked the Secretary of State for Scotland how often the Economic Planning Board for Scotland met last year; what meetings are scheduled for the current year; and on how many occasions the Scottish construction industry has been a specific topic for discussion.
§ Mr. William RossThe Economic Planning Board for Scotland met six times last year. The Board normally meets at about two monthly intervals and the first meeting this year will take place shortly. The Board regularly discusses the outlook for the construction industry in the context of its reviews of the economic situation in Scotland.