§ Mr. MaclennanTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has to introduce a rural library incentive scheme; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LangIn line with the undertaking already given to the hon. Member and others, I am considering whether a rural public library incentive scheme should be introduced in Scotland. The report, which called for a rural public library incentive scheme, also urged rural library authorities to take action to improve services within their communities and I hope that rural authorities will consider this carefully.