§ 23. Dr. ReidTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what recent representations he has received concerning the reform of local government in Scotland.
§ Mr. StewartMy right hon. Friend continues to receive a range of representations about the Government's proposals for local government reform in Scotland. Since January, I have met 27 hon. Members who accompanied delegations.
§ 36. Mr. WelshTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he last met representatives of the Confederation of Scottish Local Authorities to discuss changes in Scottish local government.
§ Mr. StewartMy right hon. Friend last met the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities on 28 January 1994. The convention did not raise any issues relating to local government reform at that meeting.