British Steel Corporation (Tubes Division, Glasgow)

Mr. Edward Taylor
asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on the outcome of his discussions with the British Steel Corporation about the position of the Glasgow office of the Tubes Division of the Corporation.

Mr. Ridley
No. I have considered my hon. Friend's representations in consultation with the Corporation and have decided that this is a matter for them. I have asked the Chairman to write to my hon. Friend.