HC Deb 23 February 1982 vol 18 c365W
Mr. Campbell-Savours

asked the Secretary of State for Transport whether he will seek a contribution from the Maryport Harbour Commissioners towards repayment of the £69,000 loan outstanding between Maryport Harbour Commissioners and his Department.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

I shall consider seeking repayment if and when the financial position of the harbour commissioners improves.

Mr. Campbell-Savours

asked the Secretary of State for Transport whether the £75,000 borrowed by Maryport Harbour Commissioners under the Maryport Harbour Act 1939 from the Commissioner for Special Areas in England and Wales has been repaid.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

Responsibility for the loan made by the Commissioner for Special Areas in England and Wales is now vested in my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Transport. £6,000 of the loan has been repaid, leaving £69,000 of the debt outstanding.