§ Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he has studied the letter dated 18th April regarding the Beeching Report on British Railways sent to him by Aberdeen Trades Council; and what answer he has sent.
§ Mr. NobleI have told the Council that I have noted its views and have forwarded its letter to my right hon. Friend the Minister of Transport, who is primarily responsible for Government action on the Report.