HC Deb 05 March 1971 vol 812 cc545-6W
Mr. Maclennan

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many jobs in manufacturing industries it is anticipated will be created in the Highlands and Islands consequent upon approval by the Highlands and Islands Development Board of application for grant and loan assistance in the six months from 30th June, 1970.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

I understand that the Board's estimate is about 300.

Mr. Maclennan

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list the locations proposed to him by the Highlands and Islands Development Board for the construction of advance factories.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

In 1971–72 the Board proposes to build advance factories at Alness, Aviemore, Dalcross and Dingwall. In addition the Board has been authorised to acquire sites at Ballachulish, Dunoon, Fort William, Kyle, Mallaig, Thurso and Wick and is en- couraging local authorities to acquire and service sites in their own areas. Any of these could be used by the Board for a bespoke factory at any time and they will be considered for subsequent advance factory programmes which will be decided in the light of experience with the first group.

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