HC Deb 27 November 1968 vol 774 cc111-2W
62. Mr. Willey

asked the Minister of Technology what action is being taken by the Shipbuilding Industry Board about marine engineering.

Mr. Fowler

The Shipbuilding Industry Board continues to promote the concentration of the manufacture of large main engines and will provide financial assistance where appropriate under the Shipbuilding Industry Act.

63. Mr. Hector Hughes

asked the Minister of Technology if he will give details of his plans to encourage the use of modern inventions by the Shipbuilding Industry Board.

Mr. Fowler

The Shipbuilding Industry Board are well aware of the importance of the use of modern methods to the industry's competitive power which they are charged to promote.