HC Deb 24 February 1965 vol 707 cc118-9W
73. Mr. Bence

asked the President of the Board of Trade what steps he is taking to encourage the expansion of the motor industry in Scotland.

Mr. Galbraith

asked the President of the Board of Trade what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government towards the establishment of a new motor factory in Scotland.

Mr. Jay

We would welcome the establishment by the motor industry of a new plant in Scotland. We take every opportunity of drawing the attention of this industry to the facilities which exist there, as well as in other development districts.

Mr. William Hamilton

asked the President of the Board of Trade what is the nature of the consultations he is now engaged in concerning the siting of an additional big motor car manufacturing unit in Scotland.

Mr. Jay

My Department has already held several meetings with the Ford Motor Company about their expansion plans and I have discussed this matter personally with the Managing Director. I cannot disclose the details of these discussions which are confidential. But we have helped the company to examine suitable sites in development districts, including some in Scotland.