HC Deb 25 June 1951 vol 489 cc106-7W
91. Mr. Edelman

asked the Minister of Supply whether he will consult with the United States authorities with a view to securing fulfilment of the outstanding contracts for sheet-steel" between the Iron and Steel Corporation and United States suppliers; and whether he will draw the attention of the United States authorities to the fact that this steel is essential for Britain's defence and export programmes.

Mr. G. R. Strauss

The United States Government have now introduced an official allocation system for steel and His Majesty's Government is trying to obtain an allocation for this country. I hope that this will lead to an increase in the supplies of sheet steel.