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Proceeding contribution from Peter Luff (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 9 June 2009. It occurred during Adjournment debate on Manufacturing and Employment.


Manufacturing and Employment

The hon. Gentleman is being generous in giving way. I am sure that he would not want to leave the House with the impression that manufacturing in this country is anything other than thriving in many respects. We have world-class technology in many sectors, including aerospace, automobiles, pharmaceuticals and so on. We are the sixth-largest manufacturing nation in the world. Yes, the sector faces problems at present, and it is wonderful that he is highlighting them, but equally, this is a fantastic opportunity for what remains a successful manufacturing base in this country.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
493 c165WH 
Session
2008-09
Chamber / Committee
Westminster Hall
Subjects
Business Employment Government assistance Motor vehicles Manufacturing industries Public sector Procurement Training Trade competitiveness Train to gain programme
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk