§ 22. Mr. GallieTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what responses he has received to his White Paper, "Crime and Punishment", Cm 3302; and if he will make a statement. [38729]
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonA considerable number of detailed and helpful submissions were received in response to the White Paper. My right hon. Friend is currently giving careful consideration to all the views expressed and plans to bring forward legislation at an early date.