§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer on what basis he authorised discussions to take place between Treasury officials and SNP hon. Members to consider ways in which the English pound could be protected, using Edinburgh as a clearing house, recycling of oil revenues could pay off Scotland's share of the National Debt, and ways in which Scots could acquire a controlling interest in companies based in Scotland; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Joel BarnettI am not aware of any such discussions having taken place.