Q5. Mr. Vaneasked the Prime Minister whether he is satisfied that the existing machinery for liaison and consultation between local authorities on both sides of the Scottish Border is as complete as it should be to ensure uniform and efficient administration in all fields, in particular those of transport, public health, water supplies, and police responsibilities; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Selwyn LloydI have been asked to reply.
So far as my right hon. Friend is aware, relationships between the local authorities on different sides of the Border are very close and there is adequate consultation in fields where it is needed.