§ 50. Mr. Dobsonasked the Minister of Technology how much imports and exports of plastic moulding machinery increased in January to November, 1968, over the corresponding period in 1967; and what action he proposes to take.
§ Dr. BrayImports increased in value by £1.4 million or 35 per cent., while exports decreased by £100,000 or 5 per cent. A survey of the industry undertaken by the Department was referred to the British Plastics Federation last July and discussions are proceeding with the Federation and with individual firms. The Department is prepared to support the development of new equipment.