§ Dr. David Clarkasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the effect of acid rain on the quality of fresh water in Galloway; and what plans he has to alleviate the problem.
§ Mr. AncramThe acid waters review group of the Department of the Environment, on which the Scottish Office is represented, has been reviewing the available data on the biological and chemical status of United Kingdom freshwaters. The group's interim report, which is due to be published shortly, included the current data on the effects in Galloway. I understand that the group's final report, which is expected by early 1988, will aim to assess the probable causes of freshwater acidification and the possibilities for remedial measures.