HC Deb 28 February 1997 vol 291 cc451-2W
Mr. McFall

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will ensure that statistical information on child abuse in Scotland is compiled and published. [18217]

Mr. Michael Forsyth

The latest information about child abuse cases reported under local authority child protection procedures is available in statistical bulletin No. SWK/CP/1996/2, published by the Scottish Office in October 1996. The bulletin was placed in the Libraries of both Houses and a copy was sent to the hon. Member.