§ Mr. Kenneth Clarkeasked the Secretary of State for Industry how many projects providing new employment in offices and service industries in areas for expansion received grants or other financial help in 1976; what was the total cost to public funds; how that expenditure divided into the various eligible categories of grants and loans; and what is the estimated total number of employees moved into, and new jobs created in, the areas for expansion as a result.
Mr. Alan WilliamsIn the 11 months ending 30th November 1976, offers of assistance under Section 7 of the Industry Act 1972 for company offices, research and development units and other service industry projects moving into the assisted areas were made as follows:
A259 route study to be completed; and, if completed, if he will publish it.