HC Deb 01 March 1966 vol 725 c251W
79. Mr. Chichester-Clark

asked the Minister of Technology what progress has been made towards establishing science-based industries in Northern Ireland.

Mr. Cousins

The primary responsibility for promoting the establishment of new industries in Northern Ireland rests with the Ministry of Commerce in Belfast. My Department maintains close contact with the Ministry and, in developing its industrial policies, will keep very much in mind the needs and possibilities of Northern Ireland.