Northern Economic Planning Council

HC Deb 17 October 1968 vol 770 c155W

Mr. Leadbitter

asked the Secretary of State for Economic Affairs if he will make a statement on the planning proposals for the Northern Region.

Mr. Frederick Lee

As a sequel to their regional study, the Northern Economic Planning Council have now prepared a draft strategy for future economic development in the Northern Region. This document is shortly to be discussed with the body representing local planning authorities in the Region.