§ Mr. Bruce-Gardyneasked the Minister of Technology if, in consultation with the Secretary of State for Scotland, he will undertake an investigation into the scale of employment likely to be created by the establishment of three new petrochemical plants in Scotland, the extent of public moneys likely to be involved, and the effect of such investment on existing petro-chemical manufacturing capacity in Scotland.
§ Mr. VarleyNo. Any project which obtains the necessary planning permission would be eligible for appropriate assistance under the Industrial Development Act and, depending on the likely employment, could also be considered for assistance under the Local Employment Acts.
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