§ Mr. Shersbyasked the Secretary of State for Employment what consideration he has given to the effect on employment prospects during the next decade of the development of micro-processors and their use by industry and commerce in ways which will eliminate many jobs; and if he will make a statement on the policy the Government will follow to adapt to the changes which the use of this equipment will cause during the remainder of this century.
§ Mr. GoldingI shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.