HC Deb 01 July 1974 vol 876 c6W
39. Mr. Trotter

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what is the number of firms engaged in shipbuilding, ship repairing and marine engineering and the total work force in these industries.

Mr. Meacher

In 1973 there were 111 enterprises mainly engaged in shipbuilding, ship repairing and marine engineering, employing 157,000 persons.