§ Mr. Wrigglesworthasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what progress has been made with the proposals for nationalised industries which the Secretary of State for Industry outlined on 15 March, Official Report, c. 24–25, in relation to agreeing strategic objectives, reviewing the composition of their boards, and strengthening the business expertise of Whitehall; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WakehamSponsor Ministers responsible for individual industries are pursuing the detailed implementation of the changes set out on 15 March by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Industry. I understand that discussions are under way with industries and that good initial progress is being made.