HC Deb 08 December 1936 vol 318 cc1842-3W
Mr. CASSELLS

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is prepared, in the light of the many undeveloped and derelict areas in Scotland, to institute a general survey of that country in an effort to ascertain as to what undeveloped resources, such as coal, granite, lead, copper, and oil, still exist?

Mr. ELLIOT

The Geological Survey of Great Britain has for many years been conducting a general survey such as the hon. Member has in mind and already possesses a large and steadily growing volume of information upon the natural resources of Scotland. Much of this information has been published or is awaiting publication and the survey makes every effort to assist those engaged in the development of such resources. In these circumstances it does not appear that any advantage would accrue from the institution of a separate survey of the kind suggested.