§ Mr. Rifkindasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what appointments he has made of members of the Lothian regional council to the boards or councils of quasi-autonomous non-governmental organisations.
§ Mr. MillanFull information is not readily available and could not be provided except at disproportionate cost.
§ Mr. Rifkindasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether, in making appointments of local government councillors to quasi-autonomous non-govern- 452W mental organisations, he takes account of possible conflicts of interest which might arise for such councillors between their responsibilities to the councils of which they are elected members and to such quasi-autonomous non-governmental organisations.
§ Mr. MillanIn cases where councillors are appointed in a representative capacity to public bodies for which I have responsibility, I seek nominations either from the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities or from the appropriate council. Otherwise, invitations to serve are extended on a personal basis; and the primary considerations I take into account in making appointments are the qualifications and suitability of the individuals concerned.