§ 86. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he is aware of the need for new industries in Malta to provide employment for the growing population there; and if he will state his plans for the industrial future of that island.
§ Mr. ProfumoYes. Plans for attracting new industries to Malta are being formulated by the Maltese Government, in whose responsibility this matter falls. The appointment of an Industrial Advisory Committee, whom the Maltese Government are consulting in the matter, was announced on 6th November.