HC Deb 26 February 1952 vol 496 cc135-6W
121. Mr. Grimond

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether his attention has been drawn to the severe losses of sheep in Shetland; and if he will take measures to help the crofters concerned.

Mr. J. Stuart

I greatly regret that the recent snowstorm in Shetland should have caused losses to sheep stocks. I have been informed about the matter and am advised that the facilities afforded under the Livestock Replacement Scheme will be enough to help the crofters to replace stock lost.