§ 57. Mr. Milneasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will examine the position in regard to the placing of Government contracts and the likely effect on 132W unemployment figures in development districts with a view to shaping Government policy on this matter; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. DiamondPreference is already given to firms in Development Areas when Government orders are placed As an additional special measure, certain Government orders are being brought forward where this would help reduce unemployment.