§ 43. Mr. Hamlingasked the Minister of Technology to what extent electric motor manfacturing capacity in the United Kingdom has been reduced as a result of recent mergers; and whether he will take steps to ensure that capacity can meet demand.
§ Dr. BrayThe capacity has not been reduced as a result of mergers. Total capacity has been increased and further increases are planned, which should meet demand. I hope to issue a statement shortly on deliveries expected during 1969 by comparison with previous years.
§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Minister of Technology if he will make a statement on his discussions with the chairman and joint managing director of Brook Motors on Friday, 20th June on the delivery situation in the electric motor industry.
§ Dr. BrayNo. I have also discussed this question with G.E.C.-E.E. Limited and am having a statement on the trend of aggregated deliveries prepared for publication very soon.