§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he is aware of the difficulties faced by companies such as Manchester Marine as a result of unfair competition from overseas in building ships; if he will review his policy of support for British shipbuilders; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ChatawayThe Government are actively engaged in international efforts to eliminate factors which distort the conditions under which United Kingdom shipbuilders compete internationally. An urgent appraisal of the future prospects of the United Kingdom shipbuilding industry is currently being undertaken by the Industrial Development Executive.