HC Deb 20 December 1972 vol 848 c368W
44. Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland, for what reasons his Department has refused the request of the Linlithgow Rugby Club to play for one season on the Peel of Linlithgow Palace; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

Because it did not seem possible for a suitable area to be set aside for rugby or any other organised game without interfering unduly with the enjoyment of the Peel by the general public.

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