§ Mr. McAllionTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is considering realising the assets of the Scottish Development Agency.
§ Mr. LangAt the request of my right hon. and learned Friend the agency has submitted proposals for the disposal of parts of its property and investment portfolios. Discussions on these proposals are progressing satisfactorily with the aim of ensuring that any disposals are carried out in an effective manner consistent with Government policy. The agency has disposed of properties and investments on an individual basis for a number of years.