HC Deb 25 October 1968 vol 770 cc407-8W
Mr. James Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will introduce legislation to amend the Trespass (Scotland) Act, 1865, so that tinkers and tourists are not subject to greater harassment in Scotland than in England.

Mr. Ross

I have no information at present which would justify legislation. If the hon. Member has any evidence of harassment I will be glad to consider it.

number of such appointments not approved by a reference panel constituted in accordance with the provisions of The Schools (Scotland) Code (Amendment No. 1) Regulations 1968.

Mr. Ross

To date, 566 appointments have been referred to the panels constituted under The Schools (Scotland) Code 1956 with the result set out below. I have no information about appointments that have not yet been referred to the panels.