HC Deb 04 March 1965 vol 707 c288W
Mr. Ensor

asked the President of the Board of Trade what is the present position of Her Majesty's Government in regard to British Lion Films; and what are the company's prospects for 1965.

Mr. Jay

British Lion Films Limited has given the Government certain assurances relating to the maintenance of the company's facilities for independent film production and of its independent trading position. The National Film Finance Corporation holds a special share in the company with specified rights attaching to it and nominates a director to the company's board. I understand that the company has recently announced plans for substantial film production during 1965.