§ 33. Mr. Hamiltonasked the President of the Board of Trade what proposals he has in mind for the modification of the present location of industry policy; and, in particular areas where redundancy is threatened, what new measures, of assistance are contemplated.
§ Sir D. EcclesI am satisfied that our existing policy and- powers are appropriate to the needs of the situation.
§ Mr. HamiltonIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that in parts of Fife there is a very real fear of redundancy and, indeed, that some redundancy has already taken place? Will he give an assurance that where a local authority expresses a certain willingness to help itself in the provision of factory space, Government encouragement and material help will he forthcoming?
§ Sir D. EcclesThe Secretary of State for Scotland and I are always willing to look at any specific cases that are brought to us.