HC Deb 03 March 1966 vol 725 c345W
69. Mr. Chichester-Clark

asked the President of the Board of Trade what steps he is taking to bring to the attention of expanding industry the desirability of the north-west of Northern Ireland, including Londonderry city and county, and counties Tyrone and Fermanagh.

Mr. Jay

In their discussions with industrialists about locations for development, officials emphasise both the attractions of Northern Ireland and the various forms of financial assistance available. I am glad to say that Northern Ireland has substantially benefited from the Government's policy on the location of industry, and negotiations completed in 1965 provide for over 40 per cent. more jobs in manufacturing industry in Northern Ireland than the average of the three preceding years.

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