§ Mr. J. Morrisonasked the Minister of Supply what steps are being taken to remedy the national shortage of wire rods.
§ Mr. G. R. StraussArrangements have been made to import substantial quantities of billets and wire rods from the Continent. Home production is being expanded, particularly of those qualities which cannot be obtained from abroad. Two new rod mills are being installed at Cardiff and Warrington as part of the industry's long-term modernisation plan.