HC Deb 01 April 1946 vol 421 cc817-8
43. Mr. Boothby

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he has been successful in finding an alternative industry for the flax factory at Turriff.

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Board of Trade (Mr. Belcher)

The Board of Trade are in touch with certain industrialists about the future of this factory but no allocation has yet been made.

Mr. Boothby

May I ask the hon. Gentleman if he will continue his efforts to the maximum possible extent?

Mr. Belcher

Yes, Sir. We are drawing the attention of suitable industrialists to this factory, and are doing our best with regard to its future.

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