§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Scotland, pursuant to the answer of 8 April, what is his practice with regard to causing replies to be sent on his behalf by his Private Secretary to official letters addressed to him as Secretary of State; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RifkindMy private secretary operates in accordance with my instructions. These ensure that I have the opportunity to see and approve the replies to correspondents which he sends on my behalf.