HC Deb 06 December 1971 vol 827 cc209-10W
63. Mr. Golding

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry (1) whether he accepts the recommendation of the Select Committee on Science and Technology that a Computer Research and Development Board be established;

(2) whether he proposes to accept the recommendation of the Select Committee on Science and Technology that greater emphasis should be placed on direct support for the computer industry by way of grants and development contracts.

Mr. Corfield

The recommendations of the Select Committee are being, carefully considered but the Government are not yet in a position to publish its reactions.