HC Deb 04 July 2002 vol 388 c472W
Mr. Colman

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how the methodology her Department uses to allocate industrial support resources, including staff and direct financial investment, takes into account the growth potential of industrial sectors. [63805]

Ms Hewitt

Following the DTI review, we are strengthening our analytical capability to ensure our resources are targeted on those parts of the economy which will contribute most to driving up UK productivity and competitiveness and where our support will make the greatest difference. In deciding resource allocations a range of factors is considered, including growth indicators.