HC Deb 27 March 1986 vol 94 cc609-10W
Mr. Andrew F. Bennett

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if Cable Form (Electrical Engineers) Ltd. of Romiley has received any public funds since 1979.

Mr. Butcher

Cableform Ltd. of Romiley in Cheshire has received assistance from the Department of Trade and Industry under the Science and Technology Act 1965 and the Industrial Development Acts. The normal terms and conditions of Departmental assistance apply.

Mr. Andrew F. Bennett

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will set up an inquiry under section 435 of the Companies Act 1985 into the performance of the directors' duties under section 309—directors to have regard to interests of employees—in respect of the sale of Cable Form (Electrical Engineers) Ltd. of Romiley to Fisher Karpark Industries Ltd.

Mr. Howard

If the hon. Member would send me details of his reasons for suggesting an inquiry, I will consider his request further.