§ 116. Mr. Edelmanasked the President of the Board of Trade whether his attention has been drawn to the deterioration which has taken place within the machine-tool industry, particularly in the Coventry area; and what steps he is taking in order to sustain this industry, in view of its national importance.
§ Mr. ErrollYes. But the reduction is not serious and should lead to speedier deliveries. My right hon. Friend is in close touch with the industry through the Machine Tool Advisory Council.