§ Mr. Oswaldasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what precautions have been taken by local authorities in Scotland to prevent pollution of beaches and estuarial waters in the event of oil slicks being washed inshore; and whether supplies of detergent and dispersal equipment are now available for such emergencies.
§ Mr. Gordon CampbellSchemes for dealing with oil pollution have been prepared for the whole of the Scottish coast. Equipment has been earmarked for the purpose, and supplies of detergent have been purchased or are readily obtainable.