§ Mr. Ron DaviesTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what function is performed by Dr. John Myles in relation to the Scottish Development Department.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonDr. John Miles' function as ecological adviser is to assist the Scottish Development Department and other Scottish Departments to arrive at a better informed view of the effect of current and proposed policies affecting the living environment. One of his prime responsibilities is to interpret scientific information. He also advises on casework and assists in determining departmental ecological and environmental research requirements.