Cement Industry (Reference to Monopolies Commission)

HC Deb 29 June 1965 vol 715 cc64-5W

Mr. Beaney

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether, in view of recent statements on the cement industry and the fact that one company produces 60 per cent. of the cement output in the United Kingdom, he will refer the cement industry to the Monopolies Commission; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Jay

I will bear this suggestion in mind. My right hon. Friend the Minister of Public Building and Works is also in close touch with the industry about the present shortage of cement.