§ 23. Mr. Robert Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps he intends to take to ensure that Grampian Regional Council amends its standing orders to comply with the Local Government (Scotland) Act.
§ Mr. McElhoneThe making or amendment of standing orders under the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 are matters for the council itself to determine; my right hon. Friend has no power to intervene.