§ Mr. Easthamasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry (1) what representations he has received regarding the contract for the retrofitting in the United States of America of British Aerospace aircraft belonging to British airlines; what estimate he has made of the employment effects of this contract on British engineering industries; and if he will make a statement;
(2) if he will make a statement on the contract for the retrofitting of British aircraft in the United States of America with Rolls-Royce Tay engines; and if Rolls-Royce has given any financial guarantees in connection with this contract.
§ Mr. PattieI shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.