Scottish Homes

28.

Mr. McAllion
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he next intends to meet the chairman of Scottish Homes concerning the provision of more housing.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton
My right hon. and learned Friend and I regularly meet Sir James Mellon, the chairman of Scottish Homes. Our last meeting took place on 23 October, when discussion covered a range of strategic issues, including the provision of housing. No date has yet been set for our next meeting.