HC Deb 22 July 1954 vol 530 c138W
73. Mr. Boardman

asked the President of the Board of Trade to what extent his Department now exercises influence in the siting of new industrial projects.

Mr. P. Thorneycroft

All industrial buildings exceeding 5,000 sq. ft. require an industrial development certificate from the Board of Trade which seeks to secure that industrial projects are sited in the most suitable places.