asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will make a statement on his meeting with the Scottish Covenant Commissioners.

I met on 17th June a deputation which submitted to me their case for the setting up of a Scottish Parliament for domestic affairs. I undertook to bring their submissions to the attention of my colleagues. This I have done.

Can the Secretary of State give the House any indication now as to the views of himself and his colleagues on those submissions?

I should think that a most unusual proceeding.