HC Deb 27 February 1967 vol 742 c44W
Mr. Hale

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is aware that 57 cotton and man-made fibre spinning and weaving mills have closed down since 1st November, 1966; and what steps he will take to remove restrictions on purchasing power for those textiles.

Mr. Callaghan

I am aware of the present difficulties of the textile industry. As to the second part of the Question, my hon. Friend will appreciate that I cannot anticipate my Budget.