§ 24. Mr. TynanTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what support he is giving the shipbuilding industry in Northern Ireland. [117439]
§ Mr. IngramThe Government will continue to give Harland and Wolff every support they can in seeking out new profitable work for the Belfast yard so as to safeguard employment and skills there. Ministers and Departments in Northern Ireland are in contact with the company to discuss how we can work together in the light of present difficulties. The company is currently following up on potential new building contracts.