To ask the Scottish Executive who has been responsible since May 1999 for addressing any financial discrepancies discovered since the 23 May 1997 National Audit Office report on the Skye Bridge.

In the period in question the external auditors of The Scottish Office and the Scottish Executive were:

For financial years up to and including 1999-2000 – the National Audit Office

For financial years starting 2000-01 – Audit Scotland.

In addition, KPMG were appointed to provide independent certification of toll revenue compensation claims submitted by Skye Bridge Limited.

Audit and other financial arrangements at Skye Bridge Limited were a matter for the company.