HC Deb 20 July 1970 vol 804 c16W
94. Mr. David Watkins

asked the Minister of Technology if he will give an assurance that the advance factories scheduled for development at Durham Road, Leadgate, Consett, will go ahead.

Mr. Ridley

Yes. Work on the 25,000 square foot factory is expected to start at the end of this month and on the 15,000 square foot factory during August.