HC Deb 11 May 1966 vol 728 cc79-80W
80. Mr. Buchanan-Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he hopes to complete his consideration of the Hunter Committee Report; and when he expects to introduce legislation.

Mr. Ross

I have not yet completed my consideration of the Report and the many representations that have been submitted to me by interested individuals and

I have accepted the main recommendations of the Kilbrandon Committee and intend to publish a White Paper as a basis for discussion with interested bodies before the Summer Recess.

organisations. This is involving considerable study, and I am sorry I am not yet able to say when legislation might be introduced.