HC Deb 22 November 1966 vol 736 c272W
Mr. Buchanan-Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what instructions he has given to the Scottish Agricultural Securities Corporation regarding applications to it for loans.

Mr. Ross

None. The Corporation is an independent body.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

asked the Secreary of State for Scotland what was the number and value of loan applications made to and approved by the Scottish Agricultural Securities Corporation in each of the past five years and in each month this year.

Mr. Ross

This information is not readly available, but I am making inquiries as to whether it can be extracted. I am arranging for the hon. Member to be told of the outcome in due course.