§ Mr. E. L. Mallalieuasked the Secretary of Stare for Scotland why he has accepted an invitation in his official capacity to attend a bull fight in Spain.
§ Mr. Rankinasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will state his reasons for accepting an invitation to attend a bull fight in Spain in his official capacity.
§ Mr. NobleI have not accepted any such invitation. My noble Friend the Minister of State will attend the Fiesta de la Vendimia at Jerez in September. Acceptance of the invitation does not imply that he will attend every function and event connected with the Festival which is dedicated to Scotland this year.