HC Deb 23 May 1968 vol 765 cc112-3W
28. Mr. Milne

asked the Secretary of State for Economic Affairs if he will initiate discussions between the Industrial Reorganisation Corporation and the major car manufacturing firms in Great Britain, with a view to siting a major car plant in south-east Northumberland, in view of the growing importance of this industry in the export field.

Mr. Frederick Lee

No, but my hon. Friend may rest assured that both the Industrial Reorganisation Corporation and manufacturing industry generally are well aware of the importance which the Government attaches to regional policies.