§ Mr. Stephen Rossasked the Secretary of State for Industry why he will not receive a deputation from the directors of British Channel Ship Repairers Limited.
§ Mr. MeacherMy right hon. and noble Friend the Minister of State for Industry met the Chairman and Managing Director of Bristol Channel Ship Repairers Limited together with shop steward and management representatives on 11th March to explain the Government's proposals for public ownership of the ship 57W repair industry. I do not consider that any useful purpose would be served by a further meeting with directors of the company.