§ Mr. Cantasked the Secretary of State for Industry what discussions he proposes to have with the National Economic Development Office over the future size of, and level of investment in, the microelectronics industry.
§ Mr. CryerThe future of the microelectronics industry in the United Kingdom is a priority subject in the Government's industrial strategy programme, and is under urgent discussion by the Electronic Components Sector Working Party; 153W the Department of Industry and the National Economic Development Office are parties to these discussions.