HC Deb 16 May 1973 vol 856 cc324-5W
Mr. Grimond

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many firms of consulting engineers are available in connection with new water schemes for Scotland; and whether the water boards, where Scottish engineers appear incapable of carrying out their undertakings, can seek help in England.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

Information is not available centrally as to the number of firms which undertake work of this kind. 11—including two based in England—are regularly engaged on water supply schemes in Scotland. The choice of consultants is a matter for the water board concerned.