British Leyland

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Oral Answers to Questions – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 12 November 1979.

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Photo of Mr Ron Leighton Mr Ron Leighton , Newham North East 12:00, 12 November 1979

Does the Minister agree that British Leyland is under the control of the National Enterprise Board only because private enterprise failed the motor industry, and that it cannot be expected to turn round in 12 months? It could well mean a decade of public investment in this industry. Does the right hon. Gentleman agree that we cannot face the prospect of Britain without a viable motor industry, which might mean selective import controls?