§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Industry if he will give a breakdown of the use of the £23 million scheme of financial assistance to the paper industry, announced on 15th June 1976; and how much has been invested in capital plant and to expand recycling technology.
§ Mr. Cryer£20 million is provided for assistance towards the cost of new plant, equipment and buildings, and £3 million to expand recycling technology. To date, one offer of assistance has been made, on a project involving new plant and720W equipment, totalling £700,000. Further offers are expected to be made shortly.