§ Sir C. Osborneasked the Minister of Power, in view of its effect upon the export trade of the United Kingdom, to what extent the steel industry is now working below its maximum capacity; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WoodAbout 21 per cent. Demand is affected by heavy withdrawals from stocks, but exports of steel have been well maintained and the easy supply position should help the export industries which use steel.