HC Deb 30 November 1983 vol 49 c516W
27. Mr. Maclennan

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he last met the chairman of the Highlands and Islands Development Board; and what subjects were discussed.

Mr. John Mackay

My right hon. Friend has had a number of recent contacts with the chairman of the Highlands and Islands Development Board but their last meeting to deal with specific issues affecting the board was on 22 April 1983, when fisheries matters were discussed. My right hon. and noble Friend the Minister of State, who has special responsibilities for the Highlands and Islands, meets the chairman regularly, most recently on 28 October 1983.

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