HC Deb 26 October 1971 vol 823 c316W
Mr. Joel Barnett

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will seek to inform himself of the number of mill closures in Lancashire in 1971 together with the number now working on short time; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Ridley

Although firms do not necessarily notify me directly about mill closures or short-time working, I am kept informed by other means.