§ Mr. Ashtonasked the Secretary of State for Industry what measures, other than financial assistance, Her Majesty's Government are considering to improve the competitiveness of the British Steel Corporation.
§ Mr. ButcherMeasures to improve the internal efficiency and competitiveness of the British Steel Corporation are the responsibility of BSC management. Measures to improve the international competitive environment within which BSC have to work were described by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Industry in his statement to the House on 22 November following the meeting of European Industry Ministers held in Denmark on 18 November.