HC Deb 14 February 1978 vol 944 cc209-10W
Mr. Buchanan-Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is satisfied with the present arrangements for water authorities to compensate those who suffer damage or loss as a consequence of the work of the authorities or of the failure of pipelines or other equipment operated by the authorities; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. McElhone

The Water (Scotland) Acts provide for the payment of compensation for damages caused by the exercise by water authorities of any of their powers under the Acts, and there is an arbitration procedure for disputes.