HC Deb 07 March 1961 vol 636 c249
36. Mr. Small

asked the President of the Board of Trade what new industrial enterprises planned for Glasgow are likely to be in production by 1962; what is the estimated increase in employment these new enterprises will produce; and what proportion of the new jobs provided will be for youths under 18 years of age.

Mr. N. Macpherson

Thirty-five, including eighteen expansions, to provide 1,130 jobs.

Mr. Small

Is the Minister aware that opportunities for jobs in shipbuilding on the Clyde are on the decline and that they will decline still further? It was said by the Minister of Labour in answer to a Question recently that 1,200 jobs will be required for school leavers this year and the following year. Will the hon. Gentleman treat this matter as urgent?

Mr. Macpherson

Experience shows that young school leavers are normally absorbed into industry. However, I take note of what the hon. Gentleman says and realise his anxieties about shipbuilding.

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