HC Deb 21 July 1994 vol 247 c544W
Mr. Wallace

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when officials in his Department last met representatives of the British Veterinary Association to discuss future arrangements for the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Lang

Officials from my Department met a representative of the British Veterinary Association in May to discuss the future arrangements for the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme. Following that meeting we are giving future consideration to what changes need to be made to the scheme.

Mr. Wallace

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how many representations he has received since 1 January regarding the future of the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Lang

Since 1 January 1994, representations have been received from the president of the British Veterinary Association and from the Outer North Isles action group.