HC Deb 24 July 1974 vol 877 cc488-9W
Mr. Tierney

asked the Secretary of State for Industry how many private companies in industry receive subsidies of public money; and what is the current total amount involved.

Mr. Gregor Mackenzie

Expenditure on support to industry is expected to total about £800 million in 1974–75. Details of the number of firms receiving support are not readily available.