§ Mr. MacdonaldTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received from organisations supporting the expansion of Gaelic television services.
§ Mr. LangThe Secretary of State has received a wide range of representations about the future of Gaelic broadcasting. All call for a substantial increase in Gaelic television programming, although many differ as to how this might be best achieved. The Government are currently considering the future of Gaelic broadcasting and an announcement of their conclusion will be made shortly.