§ 19. Mr. Steeleasked the Parliamentary Secretary for Science what detailed studies of particular industries are being currently carried out by the Economics Committee of the Department for Scientific and Industrial Research; and how much of this detailed study is applicable to industries in Scotland.
§ Mr. Denzil FreethStudies of research and development in the textile machinery industry and of the structure and development of the building industry are in progress. The former is in conjunction with the Textile Machinery Manufacturers Association, and will cover some firms in Scotland. The latter is being carried out by the Manchester College of Technology, and will cover areas in Scotland.