§ 57. Mr. Osborneasked the Minister of Agriculture if he is aware of the shortage of steel supplies to village blacksmiths, for the making and repairing of agricultural machinery in North Lincolnshire, as detailed in the correspondence sent to him, and what steps he is taking to improve the supply.
§ Mr. G. BrownI am aware that there are still shortages of the particular types of steel required by blacksmiths, but the supply is improving as a result of the efforts made by my right hon. Friend the Minister of Supply. I am taking steps to help in the particular case mentioned in correspondence and will inform the hon. Member of the result.