HC Deb 16 February 1966 vol 724 c251W
89. Mr. David Steel

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he proposes to set up his consultative group for the Borders.

Mr. Ross

This matter was considered at a meeting of the Scottish Economic Planning Council on Friday, 11th February, and on the basis of their advice consultations with Border interests are being undertaken forthwith with a view to the formation of a consultative group for the area.