§ 68. Mr. Willeyasked the First Lord of the Admiralty what orders have been placed by his Department with Wear shipbuilders
§ Mr. J. P. L. ThomasWear shipbuilders at present hold orders for two Admiralty tankers and three coastal minesweepers.
§ Mr. WilleyWill the right hon. Gentleman appreciate that we are much obliged to him for getting Admiralty contracts, because, as a rule, we are neglected as far as the Admiralty go? May I ask him if he will keep this matter under review so that, wherever possible, the North-East Coast can be considered along with other shipbuilding areas?
§ Mr. ThomasI will certainly keep the position under review, and that is one reason why I am going to the area next month to see the position at first hand.
§ Mr. CallaghanHas the right hon. Gentleman considered Question No. 70 relating to Cardiff?