§ Keith VazTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what plans she has to assist the British textile industry. [86719]
§ Alan JohnsonThe Department is committed to building a sustainable future for the UK textile and clothing industry.
To this end, DTI will continue to work with the industry-led Textiles and Clothing Strategy Group on a range of initiatives aimed at increasing its competitiveness and productivity through the development of innovative products, more efficient production methods and by diversifying into new markets.