§ Mr. Craigenasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the cost of the work of the Local Government Boundary Commission in Scotland.
§ Mr. McElhoneThe estimated cost of salaries and expenses for the Local Government Boundary Commission for Scotland for the financial year ending 31st March 1977 is £83,000.
§ Mr. Craigenasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if, in the interests of economy, he will bring forward legislation to provide for ministerial control of reviews by the Local Government Boundary Commission.
§ Mr. McElhoneMy right hon. Friend sees no grounds for proposing alterations in the provisions enacted by Parliament in the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973.