HC Deb 21 January 1970 vol 794 c150W
60. Mr. Willey

asked the Minister of Technology what steps are being taken by the British Industrial Development Office in New York to promote industrial development by North American companies in the North-East development area.

Mr. Varley

The British Industrial Development Office in New York undertakes promotional activities in North America, including visits to companies, designed to seek out those which might consider setting up in the United Kingdom, particularly in the development areas, including North-East England.