§ Mr. James Johnsonasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware of the growing unemployment in Hull and district due to the cancellation of orders for the Buccaneer aircraft at Hawker Siddeley Works, Brough; and what steps he is taking to introduce new industries into Humberside.
§ Mr. Darling:I am aware of the recently announced redundancy at the Hawker Siddeley works, Brough. My Department will continue to operate a liberal policy in respect of industrial development certificate applications in the area. During 1967, thirty-nine certificates were approved for an area of 585W 855,000 sq.ft., which developers estimated, when fully manned, would lead to additional employment for 940, including 710 men.