§ Mr. D. J. Williamsasked the Minister of Supply if he will make a statement on the proposed £50,000,000 undertaking to modernise the steel sheet and tinplate industry in South Wales; how it is proposed to raise the capital required; what are the prospects of obtaining the necessary plant and equipment; and when it is anticipated that construction will begin.
§ Mr. WilmotThe project is being urgently considered by the Iron and Steel Board. There are many difficult factors involved and it may take some time to reach a decision. I regret that I cannot make a statement until I have received the Board's report.