§ Mr. WelshTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list those private companies which have 635W expressed an interest in creating build own and operate water schemes in Scotland; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kynoch[holding answer 8 February 1995]:Awarding of contracts for build own and operate water and sewerage schemes is a matter for regional and islands councils. My officials are, however, aware of considerable interest by many Scottish, United Kingdom and international companies in the construction, finance and other sectors.