§ 31. Mr. James Lamondasked the Secretary of State for Industry whether he is satisfied with the progress being made by Rolls-Royce in its development of the RJ500 engine; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ButcherRolls-Royce is continuing to explore, with the Government's encouragement, the possibility of widening its collaboration with the Japanese to include another major partner. The Government await the outcome of these discussions with interest.