§ Mr. NEIL M'LEANasked the Secretary for Scotland whether he has received any representations in favour of the time for examining voters' lists being extended by one week; and whether, in view of the 620W fact that the lists are published at a time when many people are taking their annual holidays, he will favourably consider the possibility of extending the time as requested, in order that full opportunity may be given for appeals?
§ Mr. MUNROThe answer to the first part of the question is in the negative. As regards the second part of the question, under the Order in Council, as applying to Scotland, the date for publication of the electors' lists is 2nd August, and the last day for claims is 22nd August. This gives a period of twenty days during which the lists may be examined and claims lodged. I think this period, which is substantially the same as the corresponding period in England, is sufficient.