HC Deb 29 January 1973 vol 849 c284W
38. Mr. Douglas

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on the Government's discussions with shipping interests regarding assistance for the building of high technology ships.

Mr. Anthony Grant

Discussions are taking place with a number of shipowners and the shipbuilders about projects involving high technology which might be eligible for assistance under the Science and Technology Act 1965, or the Industry Act 1972.