HC Deb 11 July 1978 vol 953 c501W
Mr. Kenneth Clarke

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what discussions are taking place on the problems that the proposed enlargement of the EEC may pose for the Community's regional policy; and what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government towards these problems.

Mr. Cryer

The Community is considering the question in the context of the Commission's "Fresco" on the overall implications of enlargement. Her Majesty's Government welcome the emphasis given to regional problems and the recognition of the fact that disparities are likely to increase unless more is done to help the weaker regions.