HC Deb 09 March 1988 vol 129 cc268-9W
46. Mr. David Porter

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what representations he has had recently from the British shipbuilding industry; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Atkins

Representations have recently been made about the competition faced by United Kingdom private sector merchant yards from other yards in the Community. The particular case has been drawn to the attention of the European Community.