§ 2. Dr. David Owenasked the Minister of Technology whether he proposes to take steps to help to develop new industry in and around Plymouth, as recommended in the recent Associated Industrial Consultants report, a copy of which has been sent to him.
§ The Minister of Technology (Mr. Anthony Wedgwood Benn)When the councils concerned have considered the report, they will no doubt be discussing it with the regional council and the planning board on which my Department is represented. Last July I established an industrial liaison centre in Plymouth.
§ Dr. OwenI am grateful for that Reply. Would my right hon. Friend ensure that when those policy decisions are made full consultation will take place with the Service Departments, particularly the Navy Department?
§ Mr. BennYes, Sir, although, since the consultants' report has not yet been considered by the people who are to consider it, it is a little early for me to say any more than that.