§ Mr. Grovesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will state the incidence and fatality of tuberculosis in Scotland in 1934, 1935, and 1936?
§ Mr. ElliotFollowing is the information desired:
suitability of persons for the duties of commissioner for special areas include a knowledge of commerce and industry and personal participation in their control; and 3347W to what extent such factors were in evidence and responsible for the appointment of the present Commissioner for Special Areas in Scotland?
§ Mr. ElliotI do not think it would be desirable to attempt any analysis of the factors to which regard has to be had in the selection of a particular Commissioner. The main consideration in my mind is that a person appointed to the post should possess, in addition to general ability, initiative and vigour of outlook. So far as knowledge of commerce and industry is concerned, I would remind the hon. Member that the Commissioners for the Special Areas are assisted by Lord Portal as Chief Industrial Adviser and that they have also appointed industrial officers whose function it is to establish contacts with business interests.