§ Mr. Walter Johnsonasked the Secretary of State for Industry (1) what recent discussions he has had with the chairman of Rolls-Royce concerning the financial loss in 1979 of £100 million; and if he will make a statement;
(2) what are the Government's proposals for making good the deficit of £100 million incurred by Rolls-Royce in 1979; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael MarshallI understand that the preparation of Rolls-Royce accounts for 1979 is not yet complete. I can, therefore, make no comment.