HC Deb 23 June 1971 vol 819 cc282-3W
44. Mr. Buchan

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will pay an official visit to Glasgow and address the workers of Upper Clyde Shipbuilders Limited.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

I would refer the hon. Gentleman to the reply I gave today to the hon. Member for West Ham, North (Mr. Arthur Lewis).

45. Mr. Buchan

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he has now met the provisional liquidator of Upper Clyde Shipbuilders Limited.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

The Government have been in close touch with the provisional liquidator since his appointment. I look forward to meeting him personally when this can be arranged.

46. Mr. Millan

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many official meetings he has had with representatives of Upper Clyde Shipbuilders Limited since 1st November, 1970; and what matters were discussed.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

I have had no official meetings in that period. My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry is, of course, the Minister responsible for the shipbuilding industry.

Mr. Douglas

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has had about Upper Clyde Shipbuilders Limited; and what reply he has sent.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

I have received and acknowledged written representations from two Upper Clyde Shipbuilders' suppliers, Craigton Ward Labour Association, and three private individuals.