§ Mr. Reidasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what are the reasons for the 506W delay in announcing his decision on the draft community council scheme submitted to him by Falkirk District Council; and if he will now give a likely date for his decision.
§ Mr. McElhoneMy right hon. Friend is giving careful consideration to a novel issue which has been raised in the scheme submitted by Falkirk District Council against which a number of representations have been made. He hopes to reach a decision in the near future.