§ Mr. CallaghanTo ask the President of the Board of Trade what representations he has received on the competitiveness of British manufacturing industry.
§ Mr. SainsburyMy right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade receives a wide range of representations on the competitiveness of British manufacturing industry. The competitive position of United Kingdom industry has strengthened considerably in the 12 months to April this year, during which period manufacturing productivity has increased by nearly 8 per cent.