UK SHIPBUILDING

Early day motion 1747, tabled 15 October 2003 by Jimmy Wray (Labour). Signed by 26 members.

That this House is dismayed to hear that Britain's oldest shipbuilding yard Appledore is now in receivership; believes that this industry is of paramount importance to the country and its maritime traditions; and further believes that more should be done by the Government to preserve and increase shipbuilding in all parts of the UK and to ensure that workers are secure in their jobs which are so important to UK trade and security.

Signatures by party: Labour 17, Liberal Democrat 6, DUP 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Scottish National Party 1.