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Sir Hector Monro: Pupils visiting the Pyatshaw outdoor centre may make occasional informal use of the wood for recreational purposes, but there is no record of this.

Mr. Kirkwood: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received regarding the disposal of Spottiswoode and its implications for public access.      [21440]

Sir Hector Monro: My right hon. Friend and I have received representations from the British Horse Society and two individuals about the sale of Spottiswoode and its implications for public access.

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