§ 28. Sir John Gilmourasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what progress he has made in finding means to keep the Tayside Linoleum works in Newburgh, Fife, in production.
§ Mr. Gregor MacKenzieMy officials and the receiver are in touch with a number of companies and individuals who have shown interest in acquiring the assets with a view to restarting the business. I am prepared to provide financial assistance in support of any proposals which are demonstrated to have a reasonable prospect of viability.