HC Deb 10 July 1978 vol 953 c414W
Mr. Grimond

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he proposes to make known his proposals for assistance over freight charges to and from Orkney and Shetland.

Mr. McElhone

The Scottish Development Department put initial ideas by letter on 28th June to the chief executives of the Islands councils, and invited their comments and further suggestions. Replies are now awaited.