Scotland (Hansard, 20 February 1962)

HC Deb 20 February 1962 vol 654 c24W 24W

§ 51. Mr. W. Hamilton
asked the President of the Board of Trade whether, in view of the continued increase in unemployment in Scotland and the reduction in the number of prospective jobs available, he will consider the feasibility of locating in Scotland Government-owned and controlled factories producing consumer durables.

§ Mr. Erroll
No. While I regret that the rate of unemployment in Scotland continues to be relatively high, I do not consider this proposal either practicable or desirable.