HC Deb 14 July 1966 vol 731 cc259-60W
94. Mr. Bessell

asked the First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Economic Affairs how often the South-West Regional Economic Planning Council meets.

Mr. William Rodgers

The Council meets every month.

Mr. Bessell

asked the First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Economic Affairs how many permanent employees have been engaged by the South-West Economic Planning Council; what is the total number of staff at present employed; and in what capacity they are employed.

Mr. William Rodgers

The Council is serviced by the D.E.A. Regional Office in Bristol, which has a full-time staff of fourteen and a part-time economic adviser.

25. Mr. Bessell

asked the First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Economic Affairs what discussions he has had with the Chairman of the South-West Regional Economic Planning Council on matters affecting Cornwall and Devon; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. William Rodgers

My right. hon. Friend is in touch with the Chairman of the South-West Regional Economic Planning Council on matters affecting all parts of the region.

Mr. Bessell

asked the First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Economic Affairs what progress has been made by the South-West Economic Planning Council in producing a development plan for Cornwall and Devon.

Mr. William Rodgers

The Council hopes to publish a draft plan for the region next year.