§ Mr. Haseldineasked the First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Economic Affairs what discussions are now taking place on the special needs of the Yorkshire and Humberside Region; and how far the submissions of the Regional Economic Planning Council are being considered.
§ Mr. M. StewartThe Review of Yorkshire and Humberside prepared by the Regional Economic Planning Council expressed concern at the slow rate of economic growth in the region. The proposals in this Review are being considered by the Government. Moreover, the special problems of areas where the rate of economic growth gives cause for concern are to be considered by the Committee under Sir Joseph Hunt.