§ 2. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Minister of Works if he will now make a further statement on recent advances in the development of the uses of atomic energy for peaceful purposes.
§ Sir D. EcclesI have at present nothing to add to the very full statement made 1582 by my noble Friend the Lord President of the Council in another place on 14th December, 1953; but it will be my aim to keep the House informed of our progress in this matter.
§ Mr. HughesCan the Minister say whether atomic energy is yet practicable for the propulsion of ships, particularly fishing trawlers? That was not dealt with in the statement in another place.
§ Sir D. EcclesI cannot answer that without notice.
§ Mr. WoodburnCan the right hon. Gentleman make any announcement about the projected atomic energy breeder station in the North of Scotland? Has he any idea when a decision will be reached about this important project?
§ Sir D. EcclesWhen a decision is reached, a statement will be made to the House, and I hope it will not be too long before that happens.