§ Mr. GalbraithTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received from Highlands and Islands Enterprise about the economic viability of the proposed Cairngorm funicular railway. [19987]
§ Mr. KynochIn accordance with the usual procedures for proposals involving financial assistance above certain limits, Highlands and Islands Enterprise has submitted to my right hon. Friend a request for approval to provide financial assistance to the Cairngorm Chairlift Co. in respect of the establishment of a new visitor uplift facility on Cairngorm. That request is supported by a detailed financial and economic assessment of the proposed investment.
§ Mr. GalbraithTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what matters he will consider when determining whether to call in the planning application for the proposed railway on Cairngorm. [19988]
§ Mr. KynochThis matter has not formally been notified to my right hon. Friend. Should it be referred to him under the planning legislation he will take all relevant factors into account, including those relating to the UK Government's national and European obligations.