HC Deb 27 January 1994 vol 236 c350W
Mr. Raymond S. Robertson

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement about possible executive agency status for the roads directorate of the Scottish Office Industry Department.

Mr. Lang

I have decided that the roads directorate of the Scottish Office should be considered as a candidate for executive agency status, under the next steps initiative. A "prior options" study will be undertaken to establish whether agency status or other options would be appropriate. I would welcome comments from interested parties. Comments should be sent by 1 June 1994 to:

  • The Secretary
  • The Scottish Office Industry Department
  • Room 5/118
  • New St. Andrew's House
  • EDINBURGH
  • EH1 3TG