§ Mr. Hendersonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will publish in the Official Report his definition of oil-related expenditure to qualify for special assistance to local authorities; and if he will list the criteria used in deciding on applications.
Mr. MilianI would refer the hon. Member to the circular which was issued on 22nd July 1976 to all local authorities in Scotland and a copy of which has now been sent to him. I am also arranging for copies of this circular to be placed in the House of Commons Library.