HC Deb 20 July 1981 vol 9 c14W
Mr. Trippier

asked the Secretary of State for Industry if he proposes to announce further proposals for the promotion of the use of robotics by British industry.

Mr. Michael Marshall

The Government are currently providing support for awareness, research and development, consultancy, use and manufacture of robots. In addition, we are combining with certain banks and financial institutions to offer a leasing facility. We are currently concentrating on making a success of these measures.