§ 52. Mr. Haleasked the President of the Board of Trade how many cotton mills have been closed down in the Oldham and Chadderton area in the most recent 12 months to the most recent convenient date; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. D. PriceDuring the 12 months ending 31st October, 1962, three cotton mills have been closed down in the area. The Government are continuing to help the cotton industry with financial assistance for re-equipment and disruptive imports are subject to various measures of restraint.