HC Deb 31 March 1952 vol 498 cc94-5W
74. Mr. K. Thompson

asked the Minister of Supply if his attention has been called to the increase in the numbers of unemployed in the Merseyside Development Area; and if he will ensure that, where possible, defence programme contracts are directed to this area.

Mr. Sandys

Yes. Special attention is being paid to Development Areas in placing Government orders and considerable contracts have been placed by the Ministry of Supply in the Merseyside area.