§ Mr. WilsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will estimate the likely cost of management agreements in respect of sites of special scientific interest in Scotland in 1992–93.
Lord James Douglas HamiltonThe cost of management agreements will emerge as they are negotiated and concluded by Scottish Natural Heritage. It will be contained within the budget provided through grant in aid by the Secretary of State.
§ Mr. WilsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what action he proposes to take if the cost of management agreements on sites of special scientific interest exceeds the amount allowed for in the budget of Scottish Natural Heritage.
Lord James Douglas HamiltonScottish Natural Heritage is required to manage its budget and determine its priorities in paying management agreements on sites of special scientific interest. I do not expect Scottish Natural Heritage to exceed its budget.