HC Deb 30 June 1988 vol 136 c335W
Mr. Parry

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland when he last met community groups from west Belfast to discuss the economic and social problems of the area; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Needham

There is regular contact with local community groups to discuss how to improve economic and social conditions. As recently as 20 June my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State and I met Bishop Daly and members of the West Belfast enterprise board. My right hon. Friend hopes shortly to announce further measures to be taken in areas of Belfast characterised by exceptionally high unemployment and poor rates of economic activity.