§ 65. Mr. HindTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will make a statement on the state of the United Kingdom chemical industry.
§ Mr. AtkinsThe United Kingdom chemical industry is in a good state. According to the most recent reports, production generally is increasing, with many plants working at or near capacity. Costs are now more or less in line with those achieved in other countries, and profitability in most sectors is good. Strong domestic and overseas demand is reflected in growing import and export volumes in many products.