§ 21. Mr. Wilsonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the Scottish economy.
§ Mr. Allan StewartThe most recent annual figures show output and employment have both been increasing. The electronics and oil-related industries both have good prospects. New North sea oil discoveries and developments should mean a substantial amount of work for Scottish firms provided they are competitive. Orders have recently been won for the platform yards at Ardersier and Nigg.