§ Mrs. FyfeTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland (1) what steps he is taking to ensure proper representation of women on the new bodies which are to replace the Highlands and Islands Development Board and the Scottish Development Agency;
(2) how many women have ever served on the boards of
- (a) the Highlands and Islands Development Board and
- (b) the Scottish Development Agency.
§ Mr. Allan Stewart[holding answer 17 December 1990]: My right hon. Friend appointed three women to the Scottish Enterprise Board and two women to the Highlands and Islands Enterprise Board. Members were appointed for their potential personal contribution and not as representatives of any organisation or group.
One woman has served on the Scottish Development Agency Board but none on the Highlands and Islands Development Board.