§ Mr. ClaphamTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if the regional development agencies have prepared annual accounts and reports for 2001–02; and if she will make a statement. [73549]
§ Alan JohnsonThe regional development agencies' annual reports and accounts for 2001–02 have been published today. Copies have been laid before Parliament. These cover the period from 1 April 2001 through to 31 March 2002. The Government welcome the continued progress made by agencies to improving the economic regeneration, skills and competitiveness of the regions.