§ Mr. Grimondasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what further steps he proposes to assist the local authorities of Shetland and Orkney over the provision of roads, housing and other services essential for the exploitation of oil.
§ Mr. William RossI have announced my proposals for giving special financial assistance to local authorities faced with extraordinary expenditure on oil-related infrastructure. The local authorities affected, including Shetland and Orkney County Councils, have been invited to apply for assistance.