HC Deb 16 October 1941 vol 374 c1520W
Dr. Little

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Supply whether the samples of iron-ore, recently taken in County Down, have been tested; and, if so, with what results?

Mr. Harold Macmillan

Yes, Sir. The investigations have been completed and the samples tested, and it has been found that the quantity of ore suitable for making iron and steel is insufficient to justify working the deposits.