§ 41. Mr. Anthony Grantasked the Secretary of State for Industry if she is satisfied that the regional policy of the Government is effective; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Gregor MackenzieRegional policy works best when the economy is expanding. During the recession, when there are fewer mobile investment projects, the effectiveness of regional policies in steering new investment to the assisted areas is inevitably reduced. However, the effectiveness of regional policies is constantly monitored.