§ Mr. WilsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what assessment he has made of the effect of his proposals for the reform of local government in Scotland on the preservation of the role of the Strathclyde passenger transport executive; and if he will make a statement.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonMy right hon. Friend recognises the important role of Strathclyde passenger transport executive in transport provision. He has taken this into account in the examination of how the functions of local authorities can best be carried out under the various options for local government reform. The Government's proposals wil reflect fully the consideration given to the executive's role.