§ Mr. Dewarasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he intends to make any changes in the present rules governing parole, particularly in respect of prisoners convicted of drug offences.
§ Mr. Allan StewartMy right hon. Friend has no proposals before him for changes in the present arrangements for parole. The nature and circumstances of the offence, including any observations by the sentencing judge, are already taken fully into account by the Parole Board for Scotland and my right hon. Friend when considering cases for release on parole.