38 and 39. Mr. Scott-Elliotasked the Minister of Supply (1) whether the present supply of steel scrap represents an increase or decrease in that available for this time last year; and what steps are being taken to build up stocks in view of the increase in steel output;
(2) whether steps are being taken to obtain steel scrap from the British zone of Germany.
§ Mr. G. R. StraussThe current rate of scrap deliveries to steel works is higher than a year ago. Stocks are, however, lower. A special appeal has been made to industry for the maximum possible release of scrap, while this is being supplemented by intensified efforts to secure additional supplies from surplus equipment and stores and by imports from Germany and elsewhere.