HC Deb 07 August 1972 vol 842 c234W
39. Mr. Milan

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement about Governmental assistance to encourage British shipping companies to place orders in British shipyards.

Mr. McMaster

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what steps he intends to take to encourage British and foreign ship-owners to place new construction orders in British ship-building yards; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Davies

A statement on this subject will be made as soon as possible.