§ Mr. Bruce-Gardyneasked the Secretary of State for Industry what has been the aggregate cost to the British Steel Corporation to date of the non-operation of the Hunterston ore terminal.
§ Mr. Adam ButlerWhilst my right hon. Friend is gravely concerned about the continuation of this regrettable dispute, the question is properly for the British Steel Corporation to answer. However, it is evident that the cost has been considerable, and BSC has now announced the impending shut down of the Ravenscraig plant if the dispute continues.