§ 40. Mr. Emrys Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what changes have recently been made in his plans for the evacuation of the civil population of Scotland from populous areas in the event of war; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NoblePlans for the dispersal of priority classes from certain populous areas are not yet complete and I have no statement to make at present.
§ 41. Mr. Emrys Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the purpose of the underground building associated with Civil Defence near Edinburgh; and what is the cost.
§ Mr. NobleThis building forms part of the system of emergency control referred to in the statement by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister on 23rd April. About £39,000 has been spent on the building since it has been used for civil defence purposes.