§ Mr. Wakehamasked the Secretary of State for Industry whether, in the light of the reduction in sales of small boats, he will reconsider the decision not to extend the limit for marine mortgages from two years to five years; and whether, if necessary, he will have further discussions with the industry on this matter.
§ Mr. KaufmanI am fully aware of the problems facing the industry, and my Department is in close touch with the422W Ship and Boat Builders National Federation on all aspects of boat building.