HC Deb 13 February 1990 vol 167 c193W
Mr. Wallace

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how many applications have been received by the Highlands and Islands Development Board under its horticulture diversification scheme; and how many have been approved.

Mr. Lang

Horticulture diversification is part of the Highlands and Islands Development Board's land diversification programme. Records of applications received and approved are not available.

Mr. Wallace

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what expenditure has been incurred by the Highlands and Islands Development Board in publishing promotional material on its horticulture diversification scheme and mailing it to potential applicants.

Mr. Lang

In 1989–90, expenditure of £38,000 has been incurred on the information leaflets "Patterns for Change" which promote land diversification.

Mr. Wallace

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what provision exists within the current budget of the Highlands and Islands Development Board for a horticulture diversification scheme; and whether any provision is being made for next year's budget.

Mr. Lang

The total budget for the Highlands and Islands Development Board's land diversification programme, including publication of promotional material, for 1989–90 is £107,000. The budget for 1990–91 is £90,000.