77. Mr. Edward M. Taylorasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on his discussions with representatives of the Scottish Trades Union Congress on the economic position in Scotland.
Dr. Dickson MahonMembers of the S.T.U.C. Economic Committee came to see my right hon. Friend on 29th September. Questions of special current importance to the Scottish economy were discussed, including the level of unemployment, the disaster at Michael Colliery, the problems of the shipbuilding industry, and the importance of training. My right hon. Friend made it clear to the S.T.U.C. that its views and constructive suggestions on matters of this kind were welcomed by and were helpful to the Government in their task of promoting economic development and growth in Scotland.