§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what new measures he intends to introduce to ensure the continued survival and development of the carpet manufacture industry in west and central Scotland; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. StewartThe carpet industry in west and central Scotland already has access to a wide range of advice and assistance from the Scottish Office, Scottish Enterprise and the local enterprise companies. My right hon. Friend has no plans to introduce any additional measures.