HC Deb 09 February 1948 vol 447 c6
8. Mr. Scott-Elliot

asked the Minister of Supply how many projects for modernisation or expansion of the steel industry are likely to be completed this year; and what additional tonnage of ingot steel is likely to become available in 1949 as a result of these.

Mr. G. R. Strauss

Twenty-four, Sir. The estimated contribution to ingot output in 1949 will be of the order of 400,000 tons.

Mr. Scott-Elliot

Is my right hon. Friend satisfied that the programme is running to schedule?

Mr. Strauss

Yes, Sir.