§ Mr. Ellisasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what application he has received about the future of Brymbo steelworks following the discussions which have taken place about the possible purchase by a private company; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Tom BoardmanI have received no application in respect of this works which I understand is the subject of continuing discussion between Guest Keen and Nettlefolds Ltd. and the British Steel Corporation, as foreshadowed by my108W right hon. Friend the then Secretary of State in his statement of 28th June, 1971. [Vol. 820, c. 33–40.]