§ Mr. Wallaceasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will make it his policy to appoint a resident of either Orkney or Shetland to the board of the Highlands and Islands Development Board when the next opportunity arises; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LangMembers of the board of the Highlands and Islands Development Board are not appointed to represent any particular part of the board's area. My right hon. and learned Friend appoints members on merit for their personal qualities and experience. It is not intended to depart from this policy.
§ Mr. Wallaceasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list all persons resident in either Orkney or Shetland, who have been board members of the Highlands and Islands Development Board; and if he will state the period of their appointment.
§ Mr. LangTwo persons who have resided in Orkney and Shetland have been board members. The late Mr. Prophet L. J. Smith was a full-time member from 1 November 1965 to 31 October 1976 and Mr. Thomas C. Graham was a part-time member from 1 May 1977 to 31 October 1980.