HC Deb 18 October 1973 vol 861 c305W
Mr. Meacher

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is satisfied with the equipment and staffing of the fire service in Scotland, in view of the recent fire in Oban, and what steps he is taking to improve it.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

As stated in the Report for 1972 of Her Majesty's Inspector of Fire Services for Scotland (Cmnd. 5405), the Scottish fire brigades continue to attain high standards of efficiency. Questions of equipment and staffing are kept continuously under review by the fire authorities.

I would not wish to comment on the Oban fire in advance of the fatal accident inquiry which is due to begin on 22nd October.