HC Deb 07 February 1957 vol 564 cc89-90W
112. Mr. Jay

asked the Minister of Supply what steps he is taking to ensure that cuts in arms expenditure are so carried out as to take effect in areas where the minimum of unemployment is likely to be caused.

Mr. W. J. Taylor

When cuts in arms expenditure are under consideration, regard is paid to the effect which they will have on employment and my right hon. Friend keeps in close contact with his right hon. Friends the Minister of Labour and President of the Board of Trade in this connection. If, however, particular cuts must be made, there is often limited choice as to where they will fall.