Written question asked by Roy Beggs (Ulster Unionist Party), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 26 June 1996. It was answered by George Kynoch (Conservative) on Wednesday, 26 June 1996 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

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Scottish Office

Question

If he will take steps to ensure the rebuilding of the memorial in Stranraer to the 133 persons who lost their lives on 31st January 1953 in the `Princess Victoria' disaster. - This is a matter for Dumfries and Galloway council in view of its statutory responsibility under section 96 of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 for statutes and monuments in public places.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

34353; 280 c167W

Session

1995-96

Subjects

Monuments MV Princess Victoria