§ 25. Mr. Kennedyasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received concerning the implications for the crofting communities of the proposed reform of the domestic rating system; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AncramMy right hon. and learned Friend has received representations on the matter from the Western Isles islands council, the Crofters Commission, the National Farmers' Union of Scotland, the Scottish Crofters' Union and the Harris council of social service, as well as from a number of individuals.