HC Deb 20 July 1981 vol 9 c12W
19. Sir David Price

asked the Secretary of State for Industry when he expects an upturn in the total output of United Kingdom manufacturing industry.

Sir Keith Joseph

I expect industrial output to show some recovery over the next year or so. However, an increase in industrial activity cannot be sustained unless United Kingdom industry improves its international competitiveness through wage moderation, good management and co-operative working practices.