HC Deb 23 April 1963 vol 676 c7W
39. Mr. Owen

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he will state the outcome of the regional study of the North-East; and whether the area of South-East Northumberland is within a recognised development area.

Mr. D. Price

The regional study of the North-East is being pursued with all possible speed, but I cannot yet say what th outcome will be. Blyth and Seaton Delaval, those parts of South-East Northumberland where there is high and persistent unemployment, are scheduled as development districts.