Former MP for Perth and Kinross
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My right hon. and learned Friend will recall that he made a speech on 24 June 1993 in which he said that there would be a reduction of only 450 in the work force at Rosyth. He went on to say that there was every confidence that, if the work force applied themselves, they would increase their numbers, employment and benefits. That seems to have gone by the board. I have one simple question. Why?
Will the hon. Gentleman give way?
Does not the hon. Gentleman appreciate that, if a Scottish institution produces Scottish legislation that affects England and all other parts of the kingdom in respect of road traffic, safety or health, we shall be creating a schismatic situation which will destroy the Union, not strengthen it?
Former MP for Perth and Kinross
Entered the House of Commons on 10 October 1974 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 19 February 1995 — Died
Also represented Kinross and West Perthshire
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