HC Deb 09 February 1981 vol 998 cc296-7W
Mr. Stallard

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what further contacts have taken place between his Department and the De Lorean Car Company Ltd. following the identification of the short-term working capital requirement referred to in his answer of 26 January, Official Report, c. 319.

Mr. Cryer

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) what further request he has received from De Lorean Car Company Ltd. for financial assistance; and whether sufficient information has been received from the company to enable him to make a decision;

(2) whether he is satisfied that all relevant information relating to expenditure by De Lorean Car Company Ltd. has been received at all times; and if he will make a statement;

(3) if there is any obligation under the terms of the agreement for the Northern Ireland Department to provide further funding for De Lorean Car Company Ltd.;

(4) what consultations with the trades union movement have taken place over the development and funding of the De Lorean Car Company Ltd.

Mr. Adam Butler

I shall reply to the hon. Members as soon as possible.