§ Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is aware of the opposition by the Educational Institute of Scotland to his proposed block grant system of payment for education, health, fire, child care and other services; that this proposed system would restrict the development of these essential services and result in deterioration in their standards; and, in view of this opposition, if he will reconsider and amend his proposals accordingly.
§ Mr. MaclayI am aware of the views held by the Educational Institute of Scotland, but I consider that, as indicated in paragraphs 7 and 9 of Cmnd. 208, adequate provision will be made to ensure the maintenance and development of the services concerned.