19. Earl of Dalkeithasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is satisfied with the steps being taken to preserve the new town of Edinburgh; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. YoungerYes. I consider that the establishment of the Advisory Committee, under the Chairmanship of Sir John Dunbar, with financial backing on terms agreed between the Government and Edinburgh Corporation, offers the best prospect of success in tackling this formidable task.
20. Earl of Dalkeithasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what consultations have taken place between his Department and Edinburgh Corporation concerning plans for the treatment of Edinburgh's sewage.
§ Mr. YoungerConsultations have been taking place for some time about the design and financing of the proposed scheme.