§ 11. Miss Elaine Burtonasked the Minister of Supply if he is aware that the defence programme is being held up by shortage of steel in certain engineering shops in Coventry factories; and what steps he proposes to take to deal with the situation.
§ Mr. SandysIf the hon. Member will let me have particulars about the factories to which she refers, I will look into the matter.
§ Miss BurtonI think the right hon. Gentleman knows that I have asked for this information. In the meantime, will he look into the position at Morris Engines and Armstrong Siddeley, where the men cannot understand, as they are on rearmament work, why they have been laid off? Further, is he aware that Coventry engineering firms are endeavouring to carry out a mutual aid scheme? Will he look into it and see if it is possible to help them along?
§ Mr. SandysCertainly.