§ Mrs. Irene AdamsTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland (1) what representations he has received about the proposals for change in local government;
(2) if he will make a further statement on his proposals for a new structure for local government.
§ Mr. Allan StewartI refer to the reply given by my right hon. Friend on 15 May. A consultation paper setting out the case for change and the principles to be applied in moving towards a single-tier system of local government throughout Scotland will be issued shortly.
§ Mrs. Irene AdamsTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what future role he proposes for Strathclyde regional council; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Allan StewartAs the hon. Member knows, the existing system of local government in Scotland is under review. My right hon. Friend will be issuing a consultation paper on the structure of local government in Scotland shortly. Strathclyde regional council, together with other councils and interested organisations, will be invited to comment.