§ Mr. William Hamiltonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will now make it his policy to introduce Government legislation on divorce law reform.
§ Mr. William RossNo. I agree with the view of successive Governments that, because of the deep moral and religious issues involved, legislation to reform the divorce laws is more appropriate for introduction by a private Member than by the Government. Moreover, as my hon. Friend must know, the Government's legislative programme is already heavily committed for both the present and the forthcoming Sessions. The Government remain willing to provide support in terms of drafting assistance to any private Member wishing to introduce legislation on suitable lines.