§ 50. Mr. McKayasked the Parliamentary Secretary for Science if he is aware of the setting up of the British Ship Research Association at Wallsend which will work in conjunction with Parsons Marine Engineering Turbine Research and Development Association; and, in view of the benefits to be derived from this association by the shipping industry, if he will give financial help to it.
§ Mr. Denzil FreethI would refer the hon. Member to the answer which I gave last Tuesday. The industries concerned have now announced their proposals for setting up a British Ship Research Association, and discussions are proceeding with the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research on the constitutional and financial aspects. The Association will be eligible for grant-aid from the Department.