Written question asked by John Home Robertson (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 22 January 1997. It was answered by Lord Forsyth of Drumlean (Conservative) on Wednesday, 22 January 1997 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: Pursuant to his Answer of 5th December, Official Report, column 731, relating to costs in connection with the return of the Stone of Destiny, when he expects to have collated the costs; and if he will notify the honourable Member for East Lothian of the figures as soon as they are available. - Inc figs. (Holding answer 22 January 1997).

Answer: Mr. Home Robertson: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, pursuant to his answer of 5 December, Official Report, column 731, relating to costs in connection with the return of the Stone of Destiny, when he expects to have collated the costs; and if he will notify the hon. Member for East Lothian of the figures as soon as they are available. [9968] Mr. Michael Forsyth: [holding answer 22 January 1997]: The Scottish Office has already indicated that the costs incurred were expected to be in excess of £50,000. The cost of the ceremonies marking the return amounts to £34,434.15. In addition, the Scottish Office will meet £27,708.50 incurred by the armed services.

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