Oral Answers to Questions — Scotland. – in the House of Commons at on 14 June 1938.
Mr. Davidson:
asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will in the near future convene a conference of Highland local authorities in Scotland to consider the general economic and agricultural development of the Highlands?
The Report of the Highlands and Islands Sub-Committee of the Economic Committee of the Scottish Development Council will, I hope, be received in the near future. Until I have had an opportunity of examining it, I think it would be premature to consider the hon. Member's suggestion.
Mr. Davidson:
Will the right hon. Gentleman keep in mind the fact that many Highland local authorities are completely dissatisfied with the operations of this committee; and will he convene a conference of these local authorities in order that they may, at least, have an opportunity of stating their case?
I have noted the hon. Member's point. I think it would be wise, in the first instance, to see the report of the committee which should come to hand soon.
Mr. Davidson:
Will it be circulated to Members of the House?
What good can they do if Highland Members appeal to the House to prevent good industries from being established in the Highlands?
No, carbide.