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William and Kate raise UK steel crisis with Indian PM

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have discussed "the pressures facing steel manufacturers in the UK and India" with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sources have told the Press Association.

The royal couple spoke to Mr Modi during a lunch meeting, as they continued their tour of India.

It comes as an emergency debate on the steel crisis is held in the Commons.

Shadow Business Secretary Angela Eagle accused the government of "indifference and incompetence" in dealing with the crisis, and an "ideologically driven reluctance to get involved as the crisis has deepened".

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Javid hints at use of UK steel in defence projects

Sajid Javid has hinted to MPs more UK-made steel may be included in defence projects.

Business secretary Sajid Javid speaking during an emergency debate on the UK's steel industry

The business secretary said the defence procurement minister may make an announcement "in the coming days" on MoD acquisition of British steel.

He added potential Government "co-investment" with a commercial buyer in Tata Steel's largest plant in Port Talbot could involve taking on some of the business's debts.

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