§ Mr. Gordon PrenticeTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list the consultation papers published since 1 May 1997 giving the date of publication, closing date for submissions and the number of respondents. [42253]
§ Mr. Dewar[holding answer 1 June 1998]: The Scottish Office and Associated Departments have issued a total of 24 consultation papers since 1 Mary 1997, as summarised in the table.
Number The Scottish Office Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries Department 151 Constitution Group 1 Department of Health 6 Development Department 36 Education and Industry Department 17 Finance Group 1 Home Department 26 Executive Agencies Scottish Fisheries Protection Agency 1 Student Awards Agency for Scotland 2 A comprehensive list has been deposited in the House Library.