HC Deb 17 December 1973 vol 866 cc238-9W
35. Mr. Booth

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what aid is currently being provided under the Industry Act 1972 and the Science and Technology Act 1965 for research and development of submersibles capable of installing and maintaining pipelines to offshore oil wells from the coasts of the United Kingdom.

Mr. Anthony Grant

Applications in this area under both Acts are under consideration at the moment.