§ Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Minister of Transport what steps he is taking to maintain and develop communications in the north and north-east of Scotland as alternative to the branch railway lines which have recently been closed down in those areas.
§ Mr. MarplesWe have asked the Scottish Transport Council to examine this problem in the Highland area in consultation with the Highlands Panel. The Committee on Rural Bus Services in its study of the general problem will maintain close contact with the Scottish Transport Council.